To the Editor:Erythrokeratodermia variabilis (EKV;MIM 133200) is characterized by the coexistence of transient,figurate,erythematous patches,and localized keratotic hyperkeratosis.EKV shows marked phenotypic heterogen...To the Editor:Erythrokeratodermia variabilis (EKV;MIM 133200) is characterized by the coexistence of transient,figurate,erythematous patches,and localized keratotic hyperkeratosis.EKV shows marked phenotypic heterogeneity,even within kindreds bearing the same diseasecausing mutation.[1] The term EKV et progressiva (EKVP) is a severe variant of EKV and has been proposed to encompass the diversity of phenotypes,ranging from limited hyperkeratotic plaques and erythematous patches to severe progressive symmetric erythrokeratodermia which can feature more generalized cutaneous involvement.展开更多
To the Editor: Acne inversa (AI; OM1M: 142690) is a painful chronic follicular disease, characterized by recurrent draining sinuses and abscesses with subsequent scarring and chronic seepage, predominantly in skin...To the Editor: Acne inversa (AI; OM1M: 142690) is a painful chronic follicular disease, characterized by recurrent draining sinuses and abscesses with subsequent scarring and chronic seepage, predominantly in skin folds that carry terminal hairs and apocrine glands. It mainly affects the scalp, neck, the axillae, perineum, and inframammary regions. AI significantly affects patients' quality of life because of the chronic and recurrent nature of symptoms as well as the lack of satisfying treatment options.展开更多
文摘To the Editor:Erythrokeratodermia variabilis (EKV;MIM 133200) is characterized by the coexistence of transient,figurate,erythematous patches,and localized keratotic hyperkeratosis.EKV shows marked phenotypic heterogeneity,even within kindreds bearing the same diseasecausing mutation.[1] The term EKV et progressiva (EKVP) is a severe variant of EKV and has been proposed to encompass the diversity of phenotypes,ranging from limited hyperkeratotic plaques and erythematous patches to severe progressive symmetric erythrokeratodermia which can feature more generalized cutaneous involvement.
文摘To the Editor: Acne inversa (AI; OM1M: 142690) is a painful chronic follicular disease, characterized by recurrent draining sinuses and abscesses with subsequent scarring and chronic seepage, predominantly in skin folds that carry terminal hairs and apocrine glands. It mainly affects the scalp, neck, the axillae, perineum, and inframammary regions. AI significantly affects patients' quality of life because of the chronic and recurrent nature of symptoms as well as the lack of satisfying treatment options.