Korean J Dermatol.  1984 Oct;22(5):509-512.

A Case of Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis

• Cho MH
• Hahm JH
• Kook HI

Abstract

A case of acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis (Sweet's syndrome) characterized by tender erythematous plaques on the face, neck, and limbs was reported. This 43-year-old male patient has been suffering from fever and sore throat prior to development of skin lesions. Positive laboratory findings were polymorphonuclear leukocytosis and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate. The symptoms well responded to corticosteroid therapy.

MeSH Terms

Adult
Blood Sedimentation
Extremities
Fever
Humans
Leukocytosis
Male
Neck
Pharyngitis
Skin
Sweet Syndrome*