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LYMPHOCYTOMA CUTIS

Other names – cutaneous lymphoplasia, pseudolymphoma, cutaneous lymphomatous hyperplasia, lymphadenosis Benigna cutis

Lymphocytoma cutis is a benign skin disorder which is caused by accumulation of lymphocytes due to multitude of causes.

1. Without any rhyme or reason doctors call this type – IDIOPATHIC
2. Tattoo dye
3. jewellery gold
4. insect bite
5. infections – herpes zoster, molluscum
6. vaccinations
7. tick bites

There is a small nodule or multiple small pink or pinkish red nodules.  Usually seen on the face or chest or upper extremities.

Investigation

A skin biopsy is essential to rule out lymphoma.

Treatment

Removal of the cause if any

Topical steroids

Intralesional steroids

Cryotherapy

Radiation treatment

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