granuloma annulare
Last reviewed 01/2018
- Granuloma annulare is a benign condition which presents with skin lesions
that consist of asymptomatic dermal nodules. It is usually self-limited and
can be seen in all ages (1)
- the primary feature of the condition is grouped papules which are arranged in a gradually enlarging annular shape. These lesions vary in appearance from flesh-coloured to erythematous (1)
- in children, they are usually on the fingers or toes
- condition is harmless but resolution may take many months
- In the adult, this condition is sometimes associated with diabetes
- the pathology is believed to be similar to that of necrobiosis lipoidica and the two conditions may occur concurrently
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