Reactive neutrophilic dermatoses
Reactive neutrophilic dermatoses (pronunciation: ree-ak-tiv noo-troh-fil-ik der-muh-toh-sees) is a term used to describe a group of skin conditions characterized by the presence of neutrophils in the skin. The etymology of the term comes from the Greek words "reactive", meaning to respond, "neutrophilic", referring to a type of white blood cell, and "dermatoses", meaning skin conditions.
Definition
Reactive neutrophilic dermatoses are a group of skin disorders characterized by an abnormal accumulation of neutrophils in the skin. These conditions are typically a reaction to an underlying systemic disease or condition, such as infection, inflammation, or cancer.
Types
There are several types of reactive neutrophilic dermatoses, including:
- Sweet's syndrome: Also known as acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, this condition is characterized by fever, elevated white blood cell count, and painful skin lesions.
- Pyoderma gangrenosum: This condition is characterized by painful, necrotic skin ulcers that can occur anywhere on the body.
- Subcorneal pustular dermatosis: This condition is characterized by recurrent episodes of widespread pustules.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of reactive neutrophilic dermatoses include:
- Skin lesions or rashes
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Fatigue
- Elevated white blood cell count
Treatment
Treatment for reactive neutrophilic dermatoses typically involves addressing the underlying condition causing the skin reaction. This may include antibiotics for infections, anti-inflammatory drugs for inflammation, or chemotherapy for cancer. Topical or systemic corticosteroids may also be used to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Reactive neutrophilic dermatoses
- Wikipedia's article - Reactive neutrophilic dermatoses
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