Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis: Difference between revisions

Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis
Synonyms	N/A
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Skin lesions, Rheumatoid arthritis
Complications	Infection, Scarring
Onset	Adulthood
Duration	Chronic
Types	N/A
Causes	Autoimmune disorder
Risks	Rheumatoid arthritis
Diagnosis	Clinical examination, Biopsy
Differential diagnosis	N/A
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Corticosteroids, Immunosuppressants
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Variable
Frequency	Rare
Deaths	N/A

Latest revision as of 17:01, 29 December 2024

Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is a rare skin condition associated with rheumatoid arthritis. It is characterized by the presence of neutrophils in the dermis and is often seen in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis.

Presentation[edit]

Patients with rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis typically present with skin lesions that may appear as papules, nodules, or plaques. These lesions are often erythematous and may be pruritic. The condition is most commonly observed in adults with a history of rheumatoid arthritis.

Pathophysiology[edit]

The exact pathophysiology of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is not fully understood. It is believed to be an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own skin tissues, leading to the accumulation of neutrophils in the dermis.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is primarily based on clinical examination and biopsy of the affected skin. A histopathological examination typically reveals a dense infiltrate of neutrophils in the dermis.

Treatment[edit]

Treatment options for rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis include the use of corticosteroids and immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation and control the immune response. In some cases, treatment of the underlying rheumatoid arthritis may also lead to improvement in skin symptoms.

Prognosis[edit]

The prognosis for patients with rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis varies. While some patients may experience significant improvement with treatment, others may have persistent or recurrent skin lesions.

References[edit]

External links[edit]

Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis on WikiMD

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-'''Rheumatoid Neutrophilic Dermatitis'''
-[[File:Rheumatoid Arthritis.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Rheumatoid Arthritis, a common cause of Rheumatoid Neutrophilic Dermatitis]]
+{{Infobox medical condition
+| name = Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis
+| image = <!-- Image removed -->
+| caption = <!-- Caption removed -->
+| field = [[Rheumatology]]
+| symptoms = [[Skin lesions]], [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
+| complications = [[Infection]], [[Scarring]]
+| onset = [[Adulthood]]
+| duration = [[Chronic]]
+| causes = [[Autoimmune disorder]]
+| risks = [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
+| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[Biopsy]]
+| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[Immunosuppressants]]
+| prognosis = [[Variable]]
+| frequency = [[Rare]]
+}}
-'''Rheumatoid Neutrophilic Dermatitis''' (RND) is a rare skin condition associated with [[Rheumatoid Arthritis]]. It is characterized by skin lesions that typically appear on the extremities. The condition is often misdiagnosed due to its rarity and the non-specific nature of the skin lesions.
+'''Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis''' is a rare [[skin condition]] associated with [[rheumatoid arthritis]]. It is characterized by the presence of [[neutrophils]] in the [[dermis]] and is often seen in patients with active [[rheumatoid arthritis]].
-==Etiology==
+==Presentation==
+Patients with rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis typically present with [[skin lesions]] that may appear as [[papules]], [[nodules]], or [[plaques]]. These lesions are often [[erythematous]] and may be [[pruritic]]. The condition is most commonly observed in [[adults]] with a history of [[rheumatoid arthritis]].
-RND is most commonly associated with severe, active [[Rheumatoid Arthritis]]. However, it can also occur in patients with other systemic diseases such as [[Systemic Lupus Erythematosus]] and [[Sjögren's Syndrome]]. The exact cause of RND is unknown, but it is thought to be related to the immune response in these systemic diseases.
+==Pathophysiology==
+The exact [[pathophysiology]] of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is not fully understood. It is believed to be an [[autoimmune disorder]] where the body's [[immune system]] mistakenly attacks its own [[skin]] tissues, leading to the accumulation of [[neutrophils]] in the [[dermis]].
-==Clinical Presentation==
-Patients with RND typically present with skin lesions that are red, raised, and often painful. The lesions can appear anywhere on the body, but are most commonly found on the extremities. Other symptoms may include fever, joint pain, and fatigue.
 ==Diagnosis==
+Diagnosis of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is primarily based on [[clinical examination]] and [[biopsy]] of the affected skin. A [[histopathological]] examination typically reveals a dense infiltrate of [[neutrophils]] in the [[dermis]].
-Diagnosis of RND is often challenging due to its rarity and the non-specific nature of the skin lesions. It is typically diagnosed through a combination of clinical presentation, patient history, and skin biopsy. The biopsy will show a dense infiltrate of neutrophils in the dermis, which is characteristic of RND.
+==Treatment==
+Treatment options for rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis include the use of [[corticosteroids]] and [[immunosuppressants]] to reduce [[inflammation]] and control the [[immune response]]. In some cases, treatment of the underlying [[rheumatoid arthritis]] may also lead to improvement in skin symptoms.
-==Treatment==
+==Prognosis==
+The prognosis for patients with rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis varies. While some patients may experience significant improvement with treatment, others may have persistent or recurrent skin lesions.
-Treatment of RND is primarily focused on managing the underlying systemic disease. This may include medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. Topical or systemic corticosteroids may also be used to manage the skin lesions.
+==See also==
+* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
+* [[Neutrophilic dermatosis]]
+* [[Autoimmune skin disorders]]
-==Prognosis==
+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
-The prognosis for RND is generally good, with most patients experiencing a resolution of skin lesions with appropriate treatment. However, the underlying systemic disease may continue to cause symptoms and require ongoing management.
+==External links==
+* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Rheumatoid_neutrophilic_dermatitis Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis on WikiMD]
 [[Category:Dermatology]]
 [[Category:Rheumatology]]
-[[Category:Skin conditions]]
 [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]]
+[[Category:Rare diseases]]