Department of Dermatology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
Case Report
Lupus Miliaris Disseminatus Faciei-A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Author(s): Saadia A, Mati R, Amit H* and Omer L
Lupus Miliaris Disseminatus Faciei (LMDF) is a controversial and enigmatic entity. Facial granulomatous disorders include rosacea and perioral dermatitis which commonly overlap. LMDF is also a facial granulomatous disorder but is quite distinct from rosacea and perioral dermatitis. We report a case of LMDF, describe the clinical form and review the literature.
LMDF has unique and exclusive morphologic features. The diagnosis of LMDF may be difficult. This case is presented as a reminder for early diagnosis and appropriate systemic treatment.
We present a case of a 21-year-old man with facial and extra-facial lesions of LMDF.
LMDF is a rare chronic granulomatous eruption which usually involves the face. Early diagnosis and systemic treatment are essential to avoid scarring. .. View More»
