A Deceptive Dermatosis in SLE

Syphilis
Explore a case of a 25-year-old with SLE presenting with erosive plaques and palmar rashes. See how immunosuppression can alter classic disease presentations.
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A Lifeguard’s Serpentine Rash

Cutaneous larva migrans
A 19-year-old lifeguard develops an unusual, serpiginous rash on his neck after spending time on the beach. What could be the cause of this lesion?
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A Fiery Facial Rash

Streptococcus pyogenes
A 44-year-old man with Crohn's on infliximab presents with an acute, well-demarcated facial rash after family members fell ill. What's the diagnosis?
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When Acne Turns Aggressive

Acne fulminans
A 19-year-old male presents with rapidly worsening acne, fever, and joint pain. Explore this rare and severe variant of inflammatory acne.
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A Troubling Netlike Rash

Livedo racemosa
A 66-year-old woman with metastatic breast cancer presents with a persistent, netlike rash on her thigh. Explore the diagnosis behind this cutaneous finding.
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A Puzzling Pustular Eruption

Iododerma
A man develops acute, generalized pustular eruptions after receiving iodinated contrast for an imaging study. Explore this rare dermatological reaction.
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The Case of the Widespread Scaly Rash

Pemphigus foliaceus
A 22-year-old man presents with a chronic red, scaly rash. Biopsy reveals acantholysis and intercellular IgG deposits. What is the diagnosis?
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Painless Ulcers After a Long Journey

Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
A 3-year-old boy develops painless ulcers and bumps on his leg after immigrating from Venezuela. What is the diagnosis for these persistent skin lesions?
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A Case of Painful Mouth & Skin Blisters

Pemphigus vulgaris
A 44-year-old woman presents with an 11-month history of painful oral ulcers and skin blisters. Explore the diagnosis behind these mucocutaneous lesions.
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Mystery Rash After a Seaside Fall

Sea anemone
A 28-year-old woman develops a painful, stellate rash on her thigh after falling on sea rocks in Greece. What marine creature is the likely culprit?
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