Chronic Progressive Disciform Granulomatosis With Lymphadenopathy
August 1978
in “
Archives of Dermatology
”
Studysummary This case report details a rare instance of granulomatosis disciformis chronica et progressiva affecting both skin and lymph node tissue in a 31-year-old man. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
A 31-year-old man was diagnosed with granulomatosis disciformis chronica et progressiva (GDCP), presenting with multiple erythematous plaques on various body regions, including the head, chest, and axillary areas. These plaques had firm, elevated borders and atrophic centers with telangiectases and white scars. The patient also experienced secondary alopecia in affected areas and had palpable axillary and inguinal lymph nodes. The condition involved both skin and lymph node tissue.
