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Vulvitis chronica plasmacellularis (Zoon's vulvitis)

G M Kavanagh1, P A Burton, C T Kennedy

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Bristol Royal Infirmary, U.K.

The British Journal of Dermatology
|July 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Vulvitis chronica plasmacellularis, also known as Zoon's vulvitis, is a rare condition. This case report details a patient exhibiting all characteristic clinical and pathological features of this vulvar disorder.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecologic Pathology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Vulvitis chronica plasmacellularis (Zoon's vulvitis) is an uncommon benign inflammatory condition affecting the vulva.
  • It is characterized by a dense plasma cell infiltrate in the lamina propria of the vulvar epidermis.

Observation:

  • This report presents a case of Zoon's vulvitis.
  • The patient demonstrated all the classic clinical and histopathological features described by Zoon.

Findings:

  • The case exhibited typical signs of Zoon's vulvitis, including erythematous, well-demarcated plaques.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed a dense plasma cell infiltrate, consistent with the diagnosis.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of recognizing Zoon's vulvitis, despite its rarity.

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  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management and to exclude other vulvar pathologies.