Cryptococcoid Sweet Syndrome: A Case Report and Literature Review

February 2024 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”

Elizabeth L. Stauder, Christina Topham, Ashley Khouri, Margaret Cocks, Rosemary deShazo, Jamie Zussman, Lauren M. Madigan

Sweet syndrome cryptococcoid Sweet syndrome methylprednisolone dapsone hydralazine autoantibodies

Studysummary This study outlines a rare case of cryptococcoid Sweet syndrome linked to hydralazine use and previous cocaine exposure, emphasizing the importance of recognizing unique histopathological features such as multiple positive autoantibodies and mucosal involvement to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.

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