Diabetic dermopathy

Last updated on: 15.12.2021

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Definition
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Relatively frequently occurring dermatological clinical picture in diabetes mellitus.

Occurrence/Epidemiology
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In a larger study (n=191 pat.) were examined for the presence of diabetic dermopathy and diabetic retinopathy (Abdollahi A et al. 2007).26% had diabetic dermopathy, 37.6%) suffered from diabetic retinopathy.

The incidence of retinopathy was significantly higher in patients with diabetic dermopathy (44%) than in patients without dermopathy (15%). Retinopathy showed a statistically significant association with dermopathy and diabetes duration.

Clinical features
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Clinically, multiple reddish to brownish round atrophic areas are found, especially on the long sides of the lower legs. The cause is unclear. A microangiopathy and the influence of microtrauma are suspected.

Histology
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Histologically, hyaline deposits are found in the dermal vessels.

Differential diagnosis
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Differentially, an initial necrobiosis lipoidica may also be considered.

General therapy
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Setting the underlying disease.

Disclaimer

Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.

Last updated on: 15.12.2021