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A case of localized pemphigus foliaceus
S Yamamoto1, T Kanekura, A Gushi
1Department of Dermatology, Kagoshima University Faculty of Medeicine, Japan.
The Journal of Dermatology
|December 1, 1996
Summary
Pemphigus foliaceus typically affects the face and scalp. This case study details a rare instance of pemphigus foliaceus presenting as a single lesion on the cheek in an elderly woman.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Autoimmune Blistering Diseases
Background:
- Pemphigus foliaceus (PF) is a chronic autoimmune blistering disease.
- The condition commonly manifests on the face, scalp, chest, and back.
Observation:
- An 81-year-old female patient presented with a unique single lesion of pemphigus foliaceus.
- The lesion was exclusively localized to the right cheek.
Findings:
- Literature review identified only three reported cases of PF presenting with a solitary lesion.
- Two of these rare cases were specifically termed "localized pemphigus foliaceus".
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for atypical presentations of pemphigus foliaceus.
- Understanding rare localized forms is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management of PF.