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Getting to the bottom of it: Ulcerating gluteal plaques in dermatomyositis

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INTRODUCTION Dermatomyositis is an autoinflammatory condition associated with pathognomonic cutaneous findings often involving extensor surfaces, including Gottron papules overlying interphalangeal andmetacarpophalangeal joints andGottron sign on knuckles, knees, and elbows. These… Click to show full abstract

INTRODUCTION Dermatomyositis is an autoinflammatory condition associated with pathognomonic cutaneous findings often involving extensor surfaces, including Gottron papules overlying interphalangeal andmetacarpophalangeal joints andGottron sign on knuckles, knees, and elbows. These and other areas may develop ulceration, which is associated with significant pain, disability, and poorer disease control in dermatomyositis. Here we present a case of a patient with dermatomyositis who developed plaques and ulcers on the bilateral aspect of her buttocks while deescalating her immunosuppression.

Keywords: plaques dermatomyositis; ulcerating gluteal; gluteal plaques; getting bottom; bottom ulcerating; dermatomyositis

Journal Title: JAAD Case Reports
Year Published: 2020

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