Diagnostic challenges of Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta (PLEVA)

Abd Rahman, Mohd Aizuddin and Jamani, Nurjasmine Aida and Abdul Halim, Sarah and Zainun, Norsafina (2024) Diagnostic challenges of Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta (PLEVA). Asian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 7 (2). pp. 279-287. E-ISSN 2637 - 0603

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Abstract

Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta (PLEVA) is an uncommon, inflammatory skin illness typified by erythematous papules that can mimic various dermatological and systemic conditions, making diagnosis difficult. We describe a case of a young adult who presented with generalized erythematous macules and crusted patches across the trunk that progressed to the extremities and scalp. A provisional diagnosis of guttate psoriasis with PLEVA as the differential diagnosis was made after a thorough history and examination. Further evaluation and skin biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of PLEVA through histopathological examination. The lesions subsided after two months of treatment with oral and topical corticosteroids.

Item Type:	Article (Case Report)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta, lichenoid dermatitis, primary care.
Subjects:	R Medicine > R Medicine (General) R Medicine > RC Internal medicine > RC66 Clinical cases R Medicine > RL Dermatology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Medicine > Department of Family Medicine (Effective: 1st January 2011)
Depositing User:	DR MOHD AIZUDDIN ABD RAHMAN
Date Deposited:	04 Nov 2024 16:10
Last Modified:	04 Nov 2024 16:10
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/115539

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