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- Dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis (DPR) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by reticulate hyperpigmentation, hair loss, and nail abnormalities.
- An 11-year-old Indian girl with DPR also developed Salzmann's nodular degeneration of the cornea and moderate dry eye, requiring symptomatic treatment and sun exposure precautions.
- The case emphasizes the importance of recognizing DPR in patients with such symptoms and suggests a multidisciplinary approach for effective management.
Article Abstract
Background: Dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis (DPR) is a very rare autosomal dominant disorder with the diagnostic triad of generalized reticulate hyperpigmentation, noncicatricial alopecia and onychodystrophy.
Objective: To describe the occurrence of Salzmann's nodular degeneration of cornea with moderate dry eye in a patient with Dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis.
Case: We present an 11 year old young Indian girl with DPR who had Salzmann's nodular degeneration of cornea with moderate dry eye. She was put on symptomatic treatment and counseled regarding the course of disease, familial nature and avoidance of exposure to sun.
Conclusion: In a patient of Salzmann`s nodular degeneration with generalized reticulate hyperpigmentation, noncicatricial alopecia and onychodystrophy the diagnosis of DPR must be kept in mind. A multidisciplinary approach is required for the management of such cases.
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