Perifollicular hemorrhagic lesions and broken twisted hairs on legs
JPAD-Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists. 2011; 21 (3): 202-206
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ABSTRACT
A 17-year-old girl presented with multiple perifollicular hemorrhagic lesions on legs for 2 weeks. There was history of intermittent gum bleeding for last 2 months. Clinical examination revealed follicular keratosis and broken twisted hair [corkscrew hair], in addition to hemorrhagic lesions. Perifollicular hemorrhagic lesions and corkscrew hair are virtually pathognomonic for scurvy. When specifically asked, mother revealed that the girl was on self-imposed diet with almost no citrus fruits. Based on history and clinical findings, diagnosis of scurvy was made. The response to vitamin C supplementation was very good and all the lesions disappeared within one month. Scurvy has been reported in increasing numbers in recent literature; hence, recognition of scurvy is essential to avoid many serious complications including internal bleeding and even, death
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IMEMR (Mediterrâneo Oriental)
Assunto principal:
Deficiência de Ácido Ascórbico
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Escorbuto
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Cabelo
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Hemorragia
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Ceratose
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Perna (Membro)
Tipo de estudo:
Relato de Casos
Limite:
Feminino
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Humanos
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
J. Pak. Assoc. Dermatol.
Ano de publicação:
2011
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