Dermatological Manifestations of Internal Malignancies

ABSTRACT

Introduction: The skin is said to be the mirror of internal organs. Cutaneous manifestations may occur in many internalmalignancies. It may precede, follow, or occur concurrently with the onset of internal malignancy.Aim: This study aims to asses the frequency and significance of dermatological manifestations in patients with internalmalignancies.Methods: A total of 125 proven patients with various internal malignancies presenting to our outpatient department with skinlesions were included in the study.Results: According to our study, males were more commonly affected than females and the common age group was 40–60 years.The most common skin manifestations observed were cutaneous infections followed by cutaneous metastasis.Conclusion: Skin reflects the course of any internal disease. Identification of these skin manifestations may aid in both earlydiagnosis and treatment of internal malignancies.