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Idiopathic plantar hidradenitis
E Bártolo1, I Anes, M Capitão-Mor
1Serviço de Dermatologia, Hospital Garcia de Orta, Almada, Portugal.
Summary
Idiopathic plantar hidradenitis (IPH) presents as painful foot lesions in young males. This condition, a localized form of neutrophilic eccrine hidradenitis, resolved with topical steroids and NSAIDs.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Idiopathic plantar hidradenitis (IPH) is a rare condition affecting the feet.
- It is considered a localized form of neutrophilic eccrine hidradenitis (NEH).
Observation:
- Four young male patients (8-17 years old) presented with painful, erythematous papules, plaques, and nodules on their soles.
- Patients were otherwise healthy, afebrile, and had no systemic symptoms.
Findings:
- Histological examination showed features similar to NEH, notably lacking syringosquamous metaplasia.
- Differential diagnoses considered included erythema nodosum, vasculitis, and traumatic plantar urticaria.
Implications:
- IPH is a distinct clinical entity affecting the plantar surface.
- Prompt treatment with topical steroids and oral NSAIDs led to rapid resolution of symptoms.
- Further research may elucidate the specific etiology of this localized NEH variant.