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  • Dowling-Degos disease is a rare skin condition characterized by the development of clusters of papules and reticulate macules, primarily in areas like the armpits and groin.
  • It is caused by mutations in the keratin 5 gene and can occur sporadically or in an autosomal dominant pattern.
  • The case report focuses on an elderly man whose Dowling-Degos disease presented with multiple seborrheic keratoses arranged in a "Christmas tree" pattern, which evolved over more than 30 years.
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We describe the case of a 72-year old male with pleural effusion associated with prostate cancer. There was a previous history of tobacco smoking (pack/year: 47) and of total prostatectomy followed by external beam radiation therapy seven years previously for prostate cancer. Furthermore, he was submitted to orchiectomy plus non-steroidal anti-androgen blockage, in addition to docetaxel-based chemotherapy and prednisone.

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