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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Granulomatous facial dermatitis | |||
| synonyms = [[Facial granuloma]], [[Granulomatous rosacea]] | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Facial rash]], [[Erythema]], [[Papules]], [[Nodules]] | |||
| complications = [[Scarring]], [[Hyperpigmentation]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Unknown]], possibly [[immune system]] related | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[Environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[Skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Sarcoidosis]], [[Lupus pernio]], [[Rosacea]] | |||
| treatment = [[Topical corticosteroids]], [[Oral antibiotics]], [[Immunosuppressive therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Doxycycline]], [[Isotretinoin]], [[Methotrexate]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Granulomatous facial dermatitis''' is a rare skin condition that primarily affects the face. It is characterized by the formation of granulomas, which are small areas of inflammation, in the skin. The cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response. | '''Granulomatous facial dermatitis''' is a rare skin condition that primarily affects the face. It is characterized by the formation of granulomas, which are small areas of inflammation, in the skin. The cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of granulomatous facial dermatitis is the appearance of red, raised patches on the face. These patches may be itchy or painful. Other symptoms may include swelling, redness, and a feeling of warmth in the affected area. | The main symptom of granulomatous facial dermatitis is the appearance of red, raised patches on the face. These patches may be itchy or painful. Other symptoms may include swelling, redness, and a feeling of warmth in the affected area. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response. This may be triggered by a variety of factors, including infections, medications, and other skin conditions. | The exact cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response. This may be triggered by a variety of factors, including infections, medications, and other skin conditions. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of granulomatous facial dermatitis is typically made based on the appearance of the skin and the presence of granulomas. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of granulomatous facial dermatitis is typically made based on the appearance of the skin and the presence of granulomas. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for granulomatous facial dermatitis typically involves the use of medications to reduce inflammation and control the immune response. This may include topical corticosteroids, oral medications, and in some cases, light therapy. | Treatment for granulomatous facial dermatitis typically involves the use of medications to reduce inflammation and control the immune response. This may include topical corticosteroids, oral medications, and in some cases, light therapy. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Dermatitis]] | * [[Dermatitis]] | ||
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* [[Corticosteroids]] | * [[Corticosteroids]] | ||
* [[Light therapy]] | * [[Light therapy]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
Latest revision as of 05:21, 4 April 2025
| Granulomatous facial dermatitis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Facial granuloma, Granulomatous rosacea |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Facial rash, Erythema, Papules, Nodules |
| Complications | Scarring, Hyperpigmentation |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly immune system related |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, Environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, Skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Sarcoidosis, Lupus pernio, Rosacea |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Topical corticosteroids, Oral antibiotics, Immunosuppressive therapy |
| Medication | Doxycycline, Isotretinoin, Methotrexate |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Granulomatous facial dermatitis is a rare skin condition that primarily affects the face. It is characterized by the formation of granulomas, which are small areas of inflammation, in the skin. The cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of granulomatous facial dermatitis is the appearance of red, raised patches on the face. These patches may be itchy or painful. Other symptoms may include swelling, redness, and a feeling of warmth in the affected area.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of granulomatous facial dermatitis is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal immune response. This may be triggered by a variety of factors, including infections, medications, and other skin conditions.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of granulomatous facial dermatitis is typically made based on the appearance of the skin and the presence of granulomas. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for granulomatous facial dermatitis typically involves the use of medications to reduce inflammation and control the immune response. This may include topical corticosteroids, oral medications, and in some cases, light therapy.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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