Post-scabietic nodules: Mimicker of infantile indeterminate cell histiocytosis and potential diagnostic pitfall

Journal of Cutaneous Pathology
Kristen N RubyRobert E LeBlanc

Abstract

Indeterminate cell histiocytosis (ICH) is an extremely rare disease and little is known about its etiology. Patients usually present with nodular, dermal proliferations of indeterminate cells, which characteristically resemble Langerhans cells but lack Birbeck granules. The clinical course is highly variable, ranging from spontaneous regression to rapid progression with reports of extracutaneous involvement, subsequent acute myeloid leukemias, and associated B-cell lymphomas. Rare cases of ICH-like reactions have been reported in the setting of scabies infestations as well as in patients who had been bitten by ticks and mosquitos. We present a successfully treated case of indeterminate cell-rich post scabietic nodules in an otherwise healthy 8-month-old boy and review the literature on similar cases. Clinical context is essential for correct interpretation of these indolent ICH-mimicking lesions, and to avert unnecessary patient anxiety and aggressive management.

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Mar 7, 2021·International Journal of Dermatology·Carmen Couselo-RodríguezÁngeles Flórez
Oct 8, 2021·Deutsches Ärzteblatt International·Cord SunderkötterHenning Hamm

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