Dermatosis neglecta in a case of multiple fractures, shoulder dislocation and radial nerve palsy in a 35-year-old man: a case report.
BACKGROUND
Dermatosis neglecta is an often misdiagnosed and under-diagnosed condition. In dermatosis neglecta, a progressive accumulation of sebum, sweat, keratin and other dirt and debris, occurs due to inadequate local hygiene resulting in a localized hyperpigmented patch or a verrucous plaque. Vigorous rubbing with alcohol-soaked gauze or soap and water results in a complete resolution of the lesion. This is the first case of dermatosis neglecta reported in a patient with multiple traumatic injuries.


METHODS
We report a case of a 35-year-old male Caucasian of Pakistani origin, with multiple fractures, neurological deficit and immobility sustained in a fall, leading to the development of dermatosis neglecta of the left hand.


CONCLUSIONS
Early and prompt clinical recognition of this condition eliminates the need for aggressive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Qadir
Syed Nurul Rasool
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Skin department, Combined Military Hospital, Kharian Cantt, Pakistan . s_qadir2004@hotmail.com
Ejaz
Amer
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Raza
Naeem
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