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Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Following Exposure to Dolomite



Iraji F1, 2 ; Siadat AH2 ; Nilforoushzadeh MA1
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  1. 1. Skin and Stem Cell Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Skin Diseases and Leishmaniasis Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Source: Journal of Isfahan Medical School Published:2015

Abstract

Background: Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) is a rare skin disease characterized by follicular hyperkeratosis and prefollicular erythema with islands of normal skin scattered among erythematous patches with desquamation. Case Report: In this case report, we present a 30-year-old man who developed pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) following exposure to dolomite. Conclusion: The diagnosis of PRP was confirmed histologically and the patient was successfully treated with acitretin and cyclosporine. © 2015, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences(IUMS). All rights reserved.