Strassberg Follicular Devaluing Keratodermatitis

Strassberg follicular devaluing keratodermatitis is a rare skin disease characterized by the formation of multiple horny plaques on the skin of the trunk and extremities.

Causes

The exact cause of the disease is unknown. It is assumed that it occurs due to a violation of the process of keratinization of the skin. Excessive friction or pressure on the skin can contribute to the development of the disease.

Symptoms

The main manifestation is multiple painless horny plaques with a diameter of 1-3 mm. They have a yellowish or brownish color and a dense consistency. Plaques are localized mainly on the skin of the forearms, legs, and torso. Sometimes found on the face and hands.

Diagnostics

The diagnosis is established based on the clinical picture and the results of histological examination of a skin biopsy.

Treatment

There is no specific treatment. External keratolytic and moisturizing agents are used to soften the lesions. In severe cases, retinoids are prescribed. Surgical removal of plaques is not recommended due to the high risk of recurrence.

Forecast

The disease has a chronic relapsing course. There is no complete cure, but symptoms can be controlled with proper skin care. Strassberg follicular devaluing keratodermatitis is not life-threatening and does not lead to disability.

Strassberg Follicular Degenerative Keratoderma (English: Strassberg Follicular Degenerative Keratoderma) is a rare hereditary dermatosis characterized by the appearance of multi-chamber and, less commonly, single-chamber folliculitis and foci of hyperpigmentation along the edge of spade-shaped folds of skin, in the inguinal folds and axillary areas, and the scalp.

Complaints: Itching, the appearance of foci of intense brownish color, intensifying when exposed to heat. Foci of skin lesions are observed in the form of lesions of flat folds, usually located along