Erythema Elevatum Diutinum: An Atypical Presentation

Braun‐gelblicher Plaque am Penisschaft

“…… [ 2 ] . Das Erythema elevatum et diutinum betrifft selten andere Körperstellen wie die Handfl ächen [ 3 ] oder den Penis, wie im vorliegenden Fallbericht. Zuvor waren nur vier Berichte über ein EED am Penis publiziert worden [4][5][6][7] .…”

Erythema elevatum diutinum presenting with palmoplantar keratoderma

“…The typical presentation of EED lesions is of symmetrically distributed papuloplaques on the extensor surface of acral sites, particularly over joints of the hands, elbows and knees. Atypical distributions of EED on the back, palms, soles, face and ears have also been reported . Although EED is mostly asymptomatic, pruritus, tenderness and a burning sensation have been reported .…”

“…Several systemic, associations including autoimmune and infectious diseases and haematological malignancies, have been described. Generally, the lesions of EED are asymptomatic, but pruritus, dysaesthesia and arthralgia may occur …”

“…Generally, the lesions of EED are asymptomatic, but pruritus, dysaesthesia and arthralgia may occur. 1,3 Diagnosis of EED, especially in unusual and latestage presentations, depends on clinical suspicion and pathological confirmation. We present an atypical presentation of EED in a middle-aged woman.…”

“…Atypical distributions of EED on the back, palms, soles, face and ears have also been reported. 1,[3][4][5] Although EED is mostly asymptomatic, pruritus, tenderness and a burning sensation have been reported. 3 Our patient reported moderate to severe pruritus, which was recalcitrant to previous treatments but showed a favourable response to dapsone.…”