Diffuse dermatitis: An unexpected initial presentation of cystic fibrosis.
Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disease that typically presents with pulmonary symptoms. Diffuse rash related to protein energy malnutrition can rarely be a presenting sign of cystic fibrosis in infancy. We report such a case and relate the difficulties of establishing a diagnosis. We also discuss possible pathophysiological mechanisms, histopathology, prognosis, and treatment.
Lovett
Audrey
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Division of Pediatric Dermatology, Ste-Justine Hospital, University of Montreal Hospital Center, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Kokta
Victor
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Maari
Catherine
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D000169:Acrodermatitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D058186:Acute Kidney Injury / Q000209:etiology; D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D003872:Dermatitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D020345:Enterocolitis, Necrotizing / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D017114:Liver Failure, Acute / Q000209:etiology; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D012206:Rhabdomyolysis / Q000209:etiology