An Unusual Presentation of Dermatomyositis: The Type Wong Variant Revisited
November 2000
in “
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
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Studysummary This case study describes a unique patient with dermatomyositis who exhibited features of pityriasis rubra pilaris and porokeratosis, suggesting markers for malignancy warranting thorough investigation and monitoring.
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The document reports on a 53-year-old woman diagnosed with dermatomyositis (DM) who exhibited symptoms of both pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) and porokeratosis, known as type Wong dermatomyositis. This is the first case of type Wong DM reported with porokeratosis features. The presence of these conditions in adult-onset DM may indicate an underlying malignancy, suggesting the need for cancer screening. The patient responded positively to treatment with methotrexate and corticosteroids, which led to the clearing of skin lesions and hair regrowth. The case underscores the importance of recognizing such skin manifestations in DM for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
