Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis
Rheumatoid Neutrophilic Dermatitis
Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis (pronunciation: reu-ma-toyd noo-tro-fil-ik der-ma-ti-tis) is a rare skin condition associated with Rheumatoid arthritis. It is characterized by the presence of neutrophils in the skin, which are a type of white blood cell that fights infection.
Etymology
The term "Rheumatoid" is derived from the Greek words "rheumatos" (flowing) and "eidos" (form), referring to the characteristic joint inflammation seen in rheumatoid arthritis. "Neutrophilic" comes from the Greek "neutros" (neutral) and "philos" (loving), referring to the type of white blood cell that is predominant in this condition. "Dermatitis" is derived from the Greek "derma" (skin) and "itis" (inflammation), referring to the inflammation of the skin.
Symptoms
The symptoms of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis include red, raised patches on the skin, often with a central ulcer. These patches can be painful or itchy. They are most commonly found on the limbs, but can occur anywhere on the body.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis is based on the clinical presentation, history of rheumatoid arthritis, and skin biopsy showing neutrophils in the skin without evidence of infection.
Treatment
Treatment for rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis typically involves managing the underlying rheumatoid arthritis. This can include medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Topical treatments for the skin lesions may also be used.
Related Terms
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Neutrophils
- Dermatitis
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- Corticosteroids
- Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis
- Wikipedia's article - Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatitis
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