Year :
2024
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June
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18
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6
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A Sporadic Case of Late-onset Vulvar Steatocystoma Multiplex
Published: June 1, 2024 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2024/67274.19505
Samyak Ganjre, Bhushan Madke, Drishti Bhatt, Shivani Jangid, Shreya Gupta
1. Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
2. Professor and Head, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
3. Junior Resident, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
4. Junior Resident, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
5. Junior Resident, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
Correspondence Address :
Dr. Samyak Ganjre,
Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital, Sawangi, Wardha-442001, Maharashtra, India.
E-mail: osmosis411@gmail.com
Abstract
Steatocystoma multiplex is a benign disorder involving the pilosebaceous unit, characterised by the presence of numerous cutaneous cystic lesions in the dermis. While cases with random occurrence are commonly observed, the condition can also be transmitted genetically in an autosomal dominant fashion. The lesions are frequently seen in body parts with a high number of pilosebaceous units including the axillae, scalp, trunk, thighs, arms, and less frequently occurring on the genitals and breasts. Hereby, the authors present a case report of a 48-year-old female who presented to the Outpatient Department of Dermatology with multiple asymptomatic swellings on her vulva since nine years. On physical examination, the swellings were noted to be calcified nodules. These nodules were excised and sent for histopathological analysis that revealed the diagnosis of steatocystoma multiplex. Steatocystoma multiplex can occur as sporadic, familial, or as a part of a syndrome. Although the lesions themselves are symptomless, their presence in the genital region makes walking difficult, thereby hampering routine work and adversely affecting the quality of life of the patient. There is also a need to educate patients regarding its benign nature and possible treatment options. Hence, the present case report aimed to emphasise the importance of its early identification, diagnosis, and to raise awareness among general practitioners.
Keywords
Appendageal neoplasm, Cyst, Histopathology, Subcutaneous nodule
DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2024/67274.19505
Date of Submission: Aug 29, 2023
Date of Peer Review: Nov 24, 2023
Date of Acceptance: Feb 15, 2024
Date of Publishing: Jun 01, 2024
AUTHOR DECLARATION:
• Financial or Other Competing Interests: None
• Was informed consent obtained from the subjects involved in the study? Yes
• For any images presented appropriate consent has been obtained from the subjects. Yes
PLAGIARISM CHECKING METHODS:
• Plagiarism X-checker: Aug 30, 2023
• Manual Googling: Nov 28, 2023
• iThenticate Software: Feb 14, 2024 (15%)
ETYMOLOGY: Author Origin
EMENDATIONS: 6
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