Granuloma anulare perforans: 2 clinically different forms
Levi, L.; Sala, G.; Galbiati, G.; Crippa, D.; Beneggi, M.; Albanese, G.
Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift für Dermatologie Venerologie und verwandte Gebiete 37(1): 23-27
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0017-8470 PMID: 3949509 Document Number: 279802
Two different forms of granuloma annulare perforans are described. One form, which particularly affects young people, is characterized by small nodular lesions with central umbilication and a monomorphic clinical picture. These lesions can persist for many years, but spontaneous remission often occurs. The second form affects older patients. The clinical picture is polymorphic, consisting of dull red papules, umbilicated papules, pustular lesions and small atrophic scars. This form is resistant to a variety of therapies and does not heal spontaneously.