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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
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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 Nov 2, 2022
What is necrobiosis lipoidica?
Necrobiosis lipoidica is a condition in which there is collagen (skin proteins) damage with inflammatory reactions, thickening of blood vessel walls, and fat deposition. The exact cause is unknown, but could be associated with blood vessel inflammation and immune system disorders.
Symptoms of necrobiosis lipoidica
History of diabetes or pre-diabetes
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Questions your doctor may ask to check for necrobiosis lipoidica
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose necrobiosis lipoidica
Have you ever been diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes?
Do you have red skin or red spots on the skin?
Treatment for necrobiosis lipoidica
Treatment inclusdes antiflammatory drugs, creams or injections into the affected areas and photo-chemotherapy
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References
Sibbald C, Reid S, Alavi A. Necrobiosis Lipoidica. Dermatol Clin. 2015 Jul;33(3):343-60. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2015.03.003. PMID: 26143418.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0733863515000169?via%3Dihub
Tong LX, Penn L, Meehan SA, Kim RH. Necrobiosis lipoidica. Dermatol Online J. 2018 Dec 15;24(12):13030/qt0qg3b3zw. PMID: 30677798.
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