Erythema elevatum diutinum (EED) is a chronic cutaneous leukocytoclastic vasculitis. This rare disease is characterized by red, brownish-purple, and yellow papules, plaques, and nodules distributed symmetrically about the extremities. There have been recent reports of the disease in association with infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We describe the case of a 51-year-old man with HIV who presented with EED, which was successfully treated with dapsone.
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Article Synopsis
- Erythema elevatum diutinum is a rare skin condition characterized by long-lasting inflammation of blood vessels and significant scarring in its later stages.
- The article discusses a case involving a 23-year-old woman who has Crohn's disease but was in remission when she developed this skin condition, which is unusual as most cases are associated with active Crohn's.
- This report is important as it highlights a rare presentation of the condition, providing insights for diagnosing and managing similar cases in the future.
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