Chronic actinic dermatitis

Dermatol Online J. 2008 May 15;14(5):25.

Abstract

A 71-year-old man presented with a six-year history of a pruritic, erythematous, blistering eruption of the face, chest, and arms. Clinical findings, histopathologic features, and phototests were consistent with a diagnosis of chronic actinic dermatitis. The patient also had contact allergy and photocontact allergy to multiple allergens. A discussion of chronic actinic dermatitis is presented.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Biopsy
  • Chronic Disease
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Patch Tests
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / diagnosis*
  • Skin / pathology