Darier Disease Quiz
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My fingers and toes have turned red
Skin problem in an area that was exposed to a heater or warming device for a long time
Bumpy rash that started on the neck, then spread to the rest of the body
Firm flesh-colored papules with visible capillaries on bilateral cheeks
A rash that appeared after a few days of feeling unwell / having fever
Bumpy rash that appeared, then rapidly spread to the rest of the body
Pain in the region, followed by red spots and blisters 2-3 days later
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is darier disease?
Darier disease is a genetic skin condition that usually develops in late childhood or early adulthood. Exact manifestations vary, but it involves scaly, greasy and coarse lesions/blemishes on the skin. It may be triggered by environmental factors (heat or light), infections, or certain steroid medications.
Symptoms of darier disease
Skin over the entire body is red
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Change in nail color
Rough patches in the mouth or genitals
Questions your doctor may ask to check for darier disease
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose darier disease
Do you have skin redness over the whole body?
Do you have red skin or red spots on the skin?
Has your nail color changed?
Do you have any rough patches in your mouth or genital area?
Treatment for darier disease
The disease usually persists for life and has no cure. Medication (taken orally or applied) can help. Moisturisers and adequate sun protection are sufficient for mild cases.
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References
Takagi A, Kamijo M, Ikeda S. Darier disease. J Dermatol. 2016 Mar;43(3):275-9. doi: 10.1111/1346-8138.13230. PMID: 26945535.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1346-8138.13230
Bachar-Wikström E, Wikström JD. Darier Disease - A Multi-organ Condition? Acta Derm Venereol. 2021 Apr 15;101(4):adv00430. doi: 10.2340/00015555-3770. PMID: 33606037.
https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/abstract/10.2340/00015555-3770
Patel TS, Herrera-Martinez M. Darier Disease. Mayo Clin Proc. 2021 Mar;96(3):688-689. doi: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2020.11.002. PMID: 33673919.
https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(20)31311-2/fulltext
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Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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