Atypical rosacea in a male patient: case study
Debroy Kidambi, A.; Tiffin, N.J.; Ramsay, H.M.
Dermatology Online Journal 22(2)
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 1087-2108 PMID: 27267199 Document Number: 687677
Rosacea fulminans is a rare disorder of unknown cause, almost exclusively affecting women. There are only a few reported cases in men. The condition is characterized by the abrupt onset of pustules and nodules predominantly affecting the cheeks or chin without any systemic upset. We report the case of a 37-year-old man who presented with papulopustules, predominantly localized to his nose. Histopathological features were consistent with rosacea fulminans. The patient was managed with treatments including oral prednisolone, isotretinoin, and trimethioprim.