Joint pain with violaceous papules and plaques

Asymptomatic cluster of violaceous papules

A 56-year-old male patient was seen in the dermatology clinic for a 25-year history of an asymptomatic cluster of violaceous papules in a coalescing pattern on the right lateral thigh (Figure 1). No other significant findings were found on physical exam and all laboratory results were within normal demographic ranges. The patient reported to have hypothyroidism that was diagnosed one year ago a...

Violaceous papules on the dorsum of the hand.

Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy with Bullae formation: Report of an unusual case

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Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy.

Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP) are among the most common pruritic dermatoses observed in pregnant women. PUPPP appears most frequently in the third trimester, in primigravidas, and in multiple gestation pregnancies. The eruption of changes occurs initially on the abdomen and extends over the thighs, legs, back, buttocks, arms, and breasts. Skin changes typical for ...

Bilateral Pruritic Auricular Papules and Plaques.

A 59-year-old woman presented with several years of persistent and worsening bilateral pruritic auricular lesions. The rash was limited to the ears, and the patient did not have a history of a similar rash on other areas of her body. She reported rubbing and scratching her ears often. A trial of ketoconazole shampoo and triamcinolone cream was ineffective. Examination revealed cobblestoned, sli...