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Annular granulomatosis is one of the most common diseases affecting the skin. The disease consists of many raised lesions on the skin surface. Lesions are red or discolored. They form a circle, often appearing on the hands and feet. So what are the characteristics of this disease? Is it a dangerous disease? All will be answered through the following article, please refer to SignsSymptomsList, friends!
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1. What is an annular granuloma?
Annular granulomatosis is a benign, chronic skin disease. The disease usually has no specific symptoms. For example: itching, pain, numbness, ... Lesions are concentrated mainly in the dermis of the skin.
Typical form of the disease: primary lesions are small papules, arranged in series of arcs or circles. It usually occurs on the backs of hands, elbows, knees, and feet. Besides, the disease can also be systemic, subcutaneous, ulcerative and plaque form.
The disease is more common in women than in men (women can get the disease twice as often as men). This is a disease that often occurs sporadically, sporadically, with little relation to geography or race. However, familial factors were detected such as twins, siblings.
Ring granulomatosis
The localized and subcutaneous form is more common in children and adolescents. The systemic form usually occurs in adults, middle-aged and elderly people. Most cases of localized granulomatous granulomas resolve spontaneously within 2 years without treatment.
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2. Causes of granulomatous disease
According to many studies by scientists, the cause of granuloma annula is still unknown. However, mild skin lesions and certain medications can increase your risk. Some forms of granulomatosis can occur in both adults and children.
Several factors can make people more susceptible to the disease, such as:
3. Symptoms of the disease
The symptoms of granulomatosis can vary from person to person. Depending on the type of granulomatous tumor that the patient has, some typical symptoms may include:
Localized: The most common form of annular granuloma. The lesion margin is semicircular or circular, up to 5 cm in diameter. It usually affects the hands, wrists, ankles or feet in young people.
Localized granulomatous granuloma
Systemic: 15% of patients with granulomatous angiomas will have lesions over a large part of the body. Position includes torso, arms and legs. This type can cause the patient to have a mild itching sensation.
Subcutaneous: Subcutaneous annular granulomas are common in children. The disease causes firm, painless masses located under the skin. The blocks are usually no more than 3.5 cm in diameter. They usually appear on the scalp, hands, and legs.
4. Diagnosis of disease
Granulomatosis can be diagnosed through:
Examination: The doctor will ask about the disease, take the history, do a physical examination of the skin to make a preliminary diagnosis of the disease. A minimally pruritic, painless, non-inflammatory lesion is often highly suggestive of the diagnosis.
Tests: Some of the tests that may be ordered include:
Skin biopsy
5. Treatment
In most cases, the lesions will go away on their own within a few months. The disease rarely lasts more than two years. If feeling uncomfortable, affecting aesthetics, doctors will treat as follows:
Local treatment
Topical medications containing corticosteroids
Whole body treatment
In cases of severe disease, lesions appear on the whole body, the doctor will prescribe the patient some of the following drugs:
Drugs Dapson
Some notes when treating that disease are:
6. Progression and prognosis of the disease
Localized granulomatosis usually resolves on its own without leaving any sequelae. Lesions of the disease will heal on their own within a few weeks or longer. However, they usually disappear completely within about 2 years.
40% of cases can recur right at the original lesion site. However, 80% of them will heal on their own. Particularly for ulcerative annular granulomas, it can leave a concave scar.
7. Prevention
To prevent granulomatosis, we need to:
Insect repellent
Above is the information about granulomatous disease that SignsSymptomsList wants to share with you. If you have more information about this disease such as diagnosis, treatment, prevention, etc., please contribute to SignsSymptomsList!
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