XANTHOMA DIABETICORUM

Xanthoma Diabeticorum. (A Case Record.)

an admirably clear description of the skin lesions in Xanthoma Diabeticorum, that it still remains unsurpassed. In describing the skin lesion of their diabetic patient, the authors wrote: ' An eruption somewhat suddenly appeared on the arms, at first apparently of a lichenous character. In the course of 10 days, it had extended over the arms, legs and trunk, both anteriorly and posteriorly, and...

Bullosis Diabeticorum

CASE A 63-year-old female with insulin-dependent type II diabetes mellitus and end-stage renal disease presented to the emergency department with spontaneous blistering to the tips of her left index and middle fingers. The blisters had gradually become tense and mildly painful over the preceding 10 days. She denied burn injury, trauma, fever, or new medications. On physical exam, the patient wa...

Necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum.

Necrobiosis Lipoidica Diabeticorum

Necrobiosis lipoidica is a rare disorder that usually appears in the lower extremities and it is often related to diabetes mellitus. There are few reported cases of necrobiosis lipoidica in children. We present an interesting case in that the patient developed lesions on the abdomen, which is an unusual location.

Necrobiosis Lipoidica Diabeticorum

INTRODUCTION Necrobiosis lipoidica (NL) is a rare chronic granulomatous dermatitis that usually appears in the lower extremities. It affects about 0.3-1.2% of diabetic patients, the majority of whom have type 1 diabetes. The etiology and pathogenesis of this disorder are still unclear. NL is characterized by skin rash that usually affects the shins. The average onset is 30 years, with females b...