Erysipelas-like presentation of Wells’ syndrome (eosinophilic cellulitis)
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Published:2020-01-28
Issue:4
Volume:71
Page:226-229
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ISSN:2240-2683
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Container-title:Reumatismo
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Short-container-title:Reumatismo
Author:
Belfeki N.,Gharbi E.,Flateau C.,Diamantis S.
Abstract
Wells’ syndrome, also called eosinophilic cellulitis, is a rare eosinophilic dermatosis characterized by an unspecific inflammatory erythematous eruption often associated with systemic symptoms. Here we report the case of a 57-year-old female with bilateral painful pitting and pruritic feet progressive for two weeks despite one week of oral antibiotics. Skin biopsy was performed showing dermal eosinophilic infiltration. The patient showed a spontaneous progressive improvement of the condition. The presented case demonstrates both clinical and histologic presence of lesions of Wells’ syndrome in the course of the disease. A careful diagnostic approach is needed because of the lack of specific signs. The global outcome is favorable and spontaneous resolution is possible.
Publisher
PAGEPress Publications