Hidrocystomas are rare cystic lesions that form benign tumors of the sweat glands. In this report we present two classical cases of apocrine and eccrine hidrocystomas and review the epidemiological, histological and clinical features. The effectiveness of experimental treatment methods and present information about associated syndromes and differential diagnosis have also been discussed. KEY WORDS: Hidrocystomas, apocrine and eccrine hidrocystomas.
Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a skin deformity characterised by excessive growth of skin of the scalp, resulting in furrows and folds which are similar to gyri of the brain cortex. A 25 year old male presented to the Dermatology department, Kempegowda institute of medical sciences with increased skin folds over scalp, forehead and face, increased oiliness of face, increased sweating, swelling of hands and feet and pain in limbs since 4 years. Routine blood investigation, thyroid function test and chest x-ray were normal Skull x-ray, x-ray of hands and feet showed cortical thickening of bones. CONCLUSION: We are presenting this case of CVG secondary to pachydermoperiostosis which is a rare case.
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Glomus tumors are benign localized tumors of the skin accounting for 1% to 2% of all soft tissue tumors. They may present as a solitary tumor or multiple tumors, termed glomangioma. They are usually solitary, small bluish, painful lesions usually located under the fingernails. They are more common in females than in males. Multiple lesions are slightly more common in males and they develop 10-15 years earlier than single lesions; about one third of the cases of multiple tumors occur in those younger than 20 years. Multiple tumors are less likely to be painful. Congenital glomus tumors are rare; they are plaque like in appearance and are considered a variant of multiple glomus tumors. Familial glomangiomas have been associated with a variety of deletions in the glomulin gene, and are inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, with incomplete penetrance. A 30 year-oldmale patient presented with asymptomatic multiple lesions of about 2 years duration. Clinical examination demonstrated numerous greenish blue nodules overchest, back, lower extremity. Histological examination revealed non-capsulated inflammatory infiltrate with multiple irregular vascular channels lined with endothelial cells. Multiple RBCs are also, present within the vascular channels consistent with glomangioma. We are reporting a rare case of glomangioma.
BACKGROUND: Alopecia areata is believed to be an autoimmune condition with a worldwide occurrence. It usually presents as patchy, non-scarring hair loss. There is a paucity of clinical data in Asians. OBJECTIVES: To describe the demographic profile, clinical profile and histopathology of alopecia areata d out the association with various systemic and dermatological disorders. METHODS: 120 cases were included for the study, over a period of 18 months from January 2007 to June 2008. A descriptive study with purposive sampling was done. Demographic data and a detailed history of the patient to rule out associated systemic and dermatological disorders and various autoimmune disorders were documented. RESULTS: 45 (37.5%) out of 120 cases were in the age group of 21-30 years. Male:Female ratio was 2:1. 103 (85.8%) patients were Hindus from urban background who were skilled workers. Parietal area was the commonest area involved over scalp, in 38 (31.67%) patients. All these data are statistically significant. 7 (5.8%) patients had seborrhoeic dermatitis of scalp, 2 (1.6%) patients had lichen planus and Vitiligo. 1 (0.8%) patient had psoriasis. Family history of alopecia areata was noted in 8 (6.7%) patients. Pitting was noted in 14 (11.7%) patients. 41 (93.2%) patients in urban background had emotional stress.
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