Reticular erythematous mucinosis--(REM syndrome) in twins.
We present female twins with reticular erythematous mucinosis (REM syndrome). Remarkably, the lesions developed in both sisters almost at the same time in the same locations after UV exposure. Reports of familial manifestations of REM syndrome are very rare and an association to a distinct HLA constellation has not been proven. Our report clearly suggests a genetic predisposition.
Fühler
Maren
M
Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, Hildesheim Hospital, Hildesheim, Germany. m.fuehler@klinikumhildesheim.de
Ottmann
Karl
K
Tronnier
Michael
M
D000328:Adult; D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000473:pathology*; D004890:Erythema / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006886:Hydroxychloroquine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D017520:Mucinoses / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000473:pathology*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014427:Twins
D006886:Hydroxychloroquine