Synonym(s)
Steatocystoma multiplex
HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.
Plewig, 1979
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Inflammation and scarring healing of numerous cysts in steatocystoma multiplex in the back and chest cavity and armpits.
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Occurrence/EpidemiologyThis section has been translated automatically.
Very rare.
ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Occurs almost exclusively in men.
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Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Isotretinoin (Roaccutane; acne normin) p.o. 0.1-0.5 mg/kg bw/day presumably leads to a reduction of cysts in some patients via reduced sebum production. Antibiotics: Systemic see below Acne vulgaris.
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Operative procedure as far as possible. In case of small infestation or large cysts excision of the affected skin areas. Splitting of the abscesses. With smaller cysts, electrocautery if necessary.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Chu DH (2003) Steatocystoma multiplex. Dermatol Online J 9: 18
- Duzova AN et al (2004) Suggestion for the treatment of steatocystoma multiplex located exclusively on the face. Int J Dermatol 43: 60-62
- Gollhausen R et al (1988) Steatocystoma multiplex conglobatum. dermatologist 39: 177-179
- Plewig G, Wolff HH, Braun-Falco O (1982) Steatocystoma multiplex: anatomic reevaluation, electron microscopy, and autoradiography. Arch Dermatol Res 272: 363-380
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Abscess; Acne conglobata; Acne (overview); Antibiotics; Cyst; Excision; Isotretinoin; Steatocystoma multiplex; Suppurative hidradenitis;Disclaimer
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