Uncommon presentation of chromoblastomycosis.

Chromoblastomycosis is an uncommon subcutaneous mycosis seen in the tropical and subtropical regions that is caused by traumatic inoculation of a specific group of dematiaceous fungi through the skin. It is a therapeutic challenge due to its recalcitrant nature. Although there currently is no evidence-based treatment protocol, itraconazole and terbinafine are considered drugs of first choice.

Syringoma of the vulva.

A 12-year old girl presented with asymptomatic multiple skin-colored grouped papules on the vulva. Histopathology revealed features of syringoma.

Vitiligo : a study of 998 cases attending KEM Hospital in Pune.

Background : Vitiligo is a condition of major social and cosmetic concern in India. An epidemiological study of large number of patients from India was indicated.

Dermatological manifestations of chronic renal failure.

Dermatological manifestations of chronic renal failure were studied in 35 cases. Xerosis was seen in 16 cases. Pruritus was observed in 12 cases and hyperpigmentation on exposed areas was seen in 8 patients.

Cutaneous Endometriosis.

Cutaneous endometriosis is a well recognized but uncommon phenomenon. We observed a case of this condition occurring in an abdominal hysterectomy scar 6 months after the operation. The nodule developed pain once a month.

Epidermal Nevus Syndrome with Fibrous Dysplasia.

A 10-year-old girl developed epidermal nevus, shortness of limb, scoliosis, hemiatrophy with history of multiple pathological fractures. Bone biopsy revealed fibrous dysplasia. This is an extremely rare combination of epidermal nevus with fibrous dysplasia.