Neutrophilic dermatosis of the dorsal hands
Neutrophilic Dermatosis of the Dorsal Hands
Neutrophilic Dermatosis of the Doral Hands (pronunciation: new-troh-fill-ik der-ma-toe-sis of the dor-sal hands) is a rare skin condition that primarily affects the dorsal (back) side of the hands.
Etymology
The term 'Neutrophilic Dermatosis' is derived from the Greek words 'neutros' (neutral), 'philos' (loving), 'derma' (skin), and 'osis' (condition). The term 'dorsal hands' refers to the back side of the hands.
Definition
Neutrophilic Dermatosis of the Dorsal Hands is a variant of Sweet's Syndrome, characterized by the presence of neutrophils in the skin lesions, which primarily affect the dorsal hands. The condition is often associated with underlying systemic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and malignancies.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Neutrophilic Dermatosis of the Dorsal Hands is the appearance of painful, red or purple skin lesions on the back of the hands. These lesions may be accompanied by fever, joint pain, and general malaise.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Neutrophilic Dermatosis of the Dorsal Hands is primarily based on clinical examination and histopathological analysis of the skin lesions. The presence of neutrophils in the skin lesions is a key diagnostic feature.
Treatment
Treatment typically involves systemic corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive agents. In some cases, treatment of the underlying systemic disease can lead to resolution of the skin lesions.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neutrophilic dermatosis of the dorsal hands
- Wikipedia's article - Neutrophilic dermatosis of the dorsal hands
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