Case report: Subcorneal pustular dermatosis in a Sudanese patient

Abstract

Subcorneal pustular dermatosis (SPD) is a rare, benign, relapsing pustular eruption of unknown etiology. It usually develops in elderly women. Herein we describe a 23-yearold Sudanese male diagnosed with SPD, based on clinical and histological findings. The presentation is unusual; pustules involving the whole body sparing palms, soles, axillae and groin. The patient recovered completely after 8 weeks treatment of 100mg/day oral dapsone.

Sudanese Journal of Dermatology Vol. 3(2) 2005: 83-87