Trichodysplasia spinulosa is an uncommon skin disease characterized by a folliculocentric papular eruption and keratin spine formation, classically appearing on the central face and ears. It almost always occurs in immunosuppressed patients and is linked to a viral etiology. Diagnostic tests including PCR are available for detection of the TS-associated polyomavirus (TSPyV). Effective treatment options include topical cidofovir and oral valganciclovir. We present a case diagnosed by PCR from skin scrapings and treated with physical extraction of the keratin spicules. Significant improvement was noted suggesting a safe, cost-effective treatment alternative.
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