Diffuse dermatitis: An unexpected initial presentation of cystic fibrosis

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
Audrey LovettCatherine Maari

Abstract

Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disease that typically presents with pulmonary symptoms. Diffuse rash related to protein energy malnutrition can rarely be a presenting sign of cystic fibrosis in infancy. We report such a case and relate the difficulties of establishing a diagnosis. We also discuss possible pathophysiological mechanisms, histopathology, prognosis, and treatment.

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Nov 23, 2012·International Journal of Dermatology·Lara Wine Lee, Albert C Yan
Mar 26, 2014·Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV·S HeilskovM S Deleuran
Sep 16, 2020·Clinical and Experimental Dermatology·C ShajilM Thomas
Jun 7, 2018·Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology·Bianca Sampaio BonfimEdna Lúcia Souza

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