Coexistence of morphea and granuloma annulare: a rare case report

ABSTRACT

CONTEXT:

Localized scleroderma (morphea) is characterized by fibrosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue. Granuloma annulare is a relatively common disease that is characterized by dermal papules and arciform plaques.

CASE REPORT:

Here, we present the case of a 42-year-old woman who developed granuloma annulare on the dorsum of her feet and abdominal region, and morphea on the anterior side of her lower limbs. We also discuss the etiological and pathogenetic processes that may cause the rare coexistence of these two diseases.

CONCLUSION:

Only a few cases in the literature have described coexistence of morphea and granuloma annulare.

KEY WORDS:
Granuloma annulare; Collagen diseases; Scleroderma, localized