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- * A skin biopsy showed mild spongiosis and inflammation, confirming the diagnosis of PP.
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Department of Pathology, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background: Prurigo pigmentosa (PP), also referred to as Nagashima disease, is an acquired dermatological condition that is characterized by pruritic erythematous eruptions including papules and plaques surrounded by a reticular pattern of hyperpigmentation. It was first described in 1971 when Japanese dermatologist Masaji Nagashima noticed similar dermatological manifestations among 8 patients of Asian descent. The disease has been strongly associated with ketosis and ketogenic diet; however, the underlying etiology is unknown.
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Prurigo pigmentosa is an important cause of reticular pruritic rash that has been under-reported in the United States. To ensure proper patient care, it is important for dermatologists to be aware of its presentations and associated factors. Here, we present an uncommon case of prurigo pigmentosa induced by a ketogenic diet and discuss the links between this condition and the state of ketosis, a relationship every provider should be conscious of.
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Dermatology, King Abdulaziz Hospital, Makkah, SAU.
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