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Large Plaque Parapsoriasis in a Child: A Rare Entity in Pediatric Oncology Publisher



Abtahinaeini B1 ; Naeini FF2 ; Faranoush M3 ; Bolandnazar N4
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  1. 1. Skin Diseases and Leishmaniasis Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Dermatology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Pediatric Growth and Development Research Center, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  4. 4. Department of Dermatology, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran

Source: Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology Published:2019


Abstract

Parapsoriasis is exceedingly rare in children. The presentation, course, and prognosis of parapsoriasis in children have not yet been completely elucidated. Here, a case of large plaque parapsoriasis in 10-year-old boy is reported who was diagnosed recalcitrant pediatrics eczema for about 5 years. Other clinicians had previously treated him with emollients and topical corticosteroids with temporary relief but without improvement. The erythematous scaly patches were situated on the trunk and flank. On skin biopsy, the lymphocytic infiltrate was composed mainly of CD4+ and CD45RO+ lymphocytes. No T-cell receptor gene rearrangements were found. The paucity of knowledge about the evolution of this entity in childhood and its relationship to mycosis fungoides makes follow-up critical. © 2019 Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology | Published by Wolters Kluwer - Medknow.