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Linear and annular lupus panniculitis of the scalp is a rare form of lupus panniculitis recently reported in literature. It presents as linear or annular or arciform areas of nonscarring alopecia of the scalp with minimal surface changes. We report a 4‑year‑old Indian female child with arciform erythematous plaque over the forehead extending on the scalp with nonscarring alopecia with annular erythematous plaque over the cheek. Histology showed lobular lymphocytic panniculitis with abundant mucin deposition. Antinuclear antibody and systemic screen for lupus were negative. After treatment with oral corticosteroids, complete remission was achieved with good regrowth of scalp hair with no relapse during the follow‑up period of 6 months. This is the youngest reported case of linear and annular lupus panniculitis of the scalp. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Byline: Prashant. Bharti, M. Ramam, Neetu. Bhari A 4-year-old boy presented with a vertically oriented, linear, erythematous atrophic plaque of size 4.5 × 0.5 cm in the midline of the [...]

This article discusses lichen amyloidosis of the external ear, a rare form of primary cutaneous amyloidosis. It is characterized by asymptomatic keratotic or waxy papules on the external ear, typically affecting middle-aged women. The diagnosis is confirmed through biopsy, which reveals eosinophilic amorphous aggregates and positive staining for amyloid. Treatment options include topical corticosteroids and physical modalities. The article aims to increase awareness about this benign condition and highlights the need for differential diagnosis with other skin conditions. [Extracted from the article]

(d) Shows positive patch test reaction (+) to crushed extract of garlic at 96 hours after application of the allergen gl She was patch tested with the Indian standard series (ISS) and crushed extract of onion and garlic. She had a longstanding history of hand dermatitis and recently started noticing exacerbation of dermatitis and paronychia after peeling raw garlic with bare hands. Dear Editor, Cumulative chronic irritant hand dermatitis is a common ailment among homemakers, followed by allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). [Extracted from the article]

Four monthly cycles of cladribine infusion (0.14 mg/kg for five days) showed 50-60 per cent improvement in her periorbital lesions and 80-90 per cent improvement in her neck lesions [Figure 1]E and [Figure 1]F. A 48 yr old female† presented to the department of Dermatology and Venereology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India, in March 2019, with yellowish papules and nodules over the periorbital areas for two years [Figure 1]A. Skin biopsy showed diffuse infiltrate of histiocytes, foamy histiocytes and lymphocytes with Touton giant cells [Figure 1]C and [Figure 1]D. [Extracted from the article]

A 6-year-old girl presented with a history of blistering and scarring in trauma-prone areas. On examination, calcium deposits were seen on bilateral palms and soles within her non-healing wounds. Clinical, genetic and radiological evaluation confirmed the diagnosis of autosomal recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa with dystrophic calcification. The patient was started on topical 10% sodium thiosulfate for her calcinosis cutis. Identification and management of dystrophic calcification are important as it impairs wound healing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Linear and annular lupus panniculitis of the scalp is a rare form of lupus panniculitis recently reported in literature. It presents as linear or annular or arciform areas of nonscarring alopecia of the scalp with minimal surface changes. We report a 4-year-old Indian female child with arciform erythematous plaque over the forehead extending on the scalp with nonscarring alopecia with annular erythematous plaque over the cheek. Histology showed lobular lymphocytic panniculitis with abundant mucin deposition. Antinuclear antibody and systemic screen for lupus were negative. After treatment with oral corticosteroids, complete remission was achieved with good regrowth of scalp hair with no relapse during the follow-up period of 6 months. This is the youngest reported case of linear and annular lupus panniculitis of the scalp., Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest., (Copyright: © 2023 Indian Dermatology Online Journal.)

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