A generalized case of purpura annularis telangiectoides of Majocchi
Journal Title: Nasza Dermatologia Online - Year 2015, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Purpura annularis telangiectoides is a rare form of pigmented purpuric dermatoses which usually presents as annular patches with central clearing on the lower extremities. We pr esent an atypical presentation of purpura annularis telangiectoides with generalized lesions in an elderly woman
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Seray Çakma, Duru Onan, Emine Tamer, Nuran All , Ferda Artüz, Servet Güre ş ç
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