Reactive perforating collagenosis and Down's syndrome

Berker, D.A.R. De; Wilson, Caroline; Millard, P.R.

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2133.1992.tb08407.x

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“…9 Reactive perforating collagenosis (RPC), another perforating disorder, has also been reported in DS. 4,29 As opposed to the idiopathic form of EPS which is usually localized, DS EPS has a more extensive distribution of lesions and has a longer duration (Ն10 years vs. 5 years). 4,21 …”

Section: Elastosis Perforans Serpiginosa (Eps)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Dermatological Manifestations of Down's Syndrome

Barankin

Guenther

2001

Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: Incorporating Medica

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Background: Down's syndrome (DS) is an extensively researched congenital condition characterized by mental retardation and distinct physical features. The cutaneous manifestations of DS are numerous, yet they seldom receive appropriate attention.Objective: To review the dermatological conditions associated with DS.Methods: A review of the medical literature.Results: DS is associated with an increased incidence of numerous dermatological conditions, some of which may be related to an immunological deficiency.Conclusion: Along with the importance of understanding the physical and psychosocial aspects of DS, an appreciation of the dermatological manifestations of this condition is integral to comprehensive medical care.

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Section: Elastosis Perforans Serpiginosa (Eps)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Dermatological Manifestations of Down's Syndrome

Barankin

Guenther

2001

Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: Incorporating Medica

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“…Advances in medical care have led to an increased life expectancy, and, with the increasing number of individuals with DS, dermatologists are more likely to encounter the wide spectrum of skin diseases in these patients. To our knowledge, this is only the second reported association of DS and ARPC in the literature (9). Acquired reactive perforating collagenosis is probably an underdiagnosed condition, and this case illustrates the importance of recognizing rare dermatoses in individuals with DS.…”

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confidence: 64%

Hyperkeratotic Papules in a Child with Down Syndrome

Hafiji¹,

Hook²,

Burrows³

2011

Pediatric Dermatology

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A 15-year-old boy with Down syndrome (DS) presented with a 12-month history of multiple, asymptomatic papules on the extensor aspect of the limbs and buttocks. The mother and patient denied any scratching. A 1-month trial of Tetracycline 250 mg BD had no effect, and a combination of betamethasone valerate and fusidic acid (Fucibet Ò , Leo Pharm, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, UK) was unhelpful. No relevant family history was known. Examination revealed multiple 5 to 10 mm erythematous papules and nodules with central keratin plugs on the upper and lower limbs and buttocks, some occurring in a linear fashion (Figs. 1 and 2). Folliculitis was evident on the buttocks and to a minor degree on the thighs. Laboratory investigations were all normal or negative including full blood count, renal and liver function, bone profile, glucose, inflammatory markers, thyroid function, antinuclear antibody (ANA), complement, and immunoglobulins. Skin swabs revealed no growth. Skin biopsies from the arm and thigh showed similar features (Figs. 3 and 4).A 5-year-old boy presented with approximately 15 skin-colored to bluish, translucent papules of 1-3 mm diameter scattered over the dorsum of his nose (Fig. 1). The parents had first noticed them 2 years previously and reported a marked increase in number and size after physical exercise as well as seasonal variation, with exacerbation during summer months (Fig. 2). The boy was said to sweat easily, especially in the craniofacial area. He was small, with height and weight just above the 3rd percentile, but was otherwise in good health and on no medication. Laboratory parameters including thyroid hormones and autoantibodies revealed no pathological findings. A facial Minor's iodine-starch test showed pronounced sweating on the forehead, cheeks, and chin, after physical exercise, while the nose was largely spared. Correspondingly, gravimetric assessment of sweat production showed it to be remarkably high on the forehead while being within normal range on the palms. After informed consent from the parents, one of the papules was removed by punch biopsy and histologically examined (Figs. 3 and 4).A 2-year-old boy presented to the Emergency Room with a 4-day history of a rash and a 1-day history of fever. The eruption began on his back and rapidly spread to become generalized over 24 hours. He was sleeping poorly due to severe pruritus, and his appetite was diminished. No response occurred to treatment with oral antihistamines or prednisolone. His previous medical history included asthma, controlled with intermittent use of a salbutamol inhaler, and dermatitis from contact with sleeper snaps in infancy. His mother had recently taken an oral antibiotic for presumed streptococcal pharyngitis.On examination, his temperature was 38.3°C. He was irritable and scratching. His skin was erythrodermic with coalescing 2 to 5 mm edematous red papules involving the trunk, extremities, face, and ears (Fig. 1). The perioral skin, palms, and soles were spared. The oral mucous membranes and conjunct...

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“…In 1990 Maroon et al (9) fir.st described the milialike perforant form of cutaneous calcinosis, as an expresion of TE, in one patient with DS. On the other hand, in 1992 De Berker et al (10) reported the first DS patient with reactive petforant collagenosis, which is a primary' form of TE. More recently we have also observed three DS subjects with the milialike perforant form of cutaneous calcinosis (11,12).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%