Title
Eczema herpeticum in Darier's disease: a topical storm
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives
Abstract
The occurrence of eczema herpeticum (EH) in patients with Darier's disease (DD) is a rare occurrence. It is considered a dermatologic emergency due to its high mortality rate if misdiagnosed or left untreated. Here, we present a case of a 42-year-old woman with a longstanding history of DD who presented with EH secondary to herpes simplex 1. Since the incidence of EH is now increasing in adults, we take this as an opportunity to raise awareness among clinicians on the importance of a timely diagnosis of EH and initiating prompt treatment so as to prevent or minimize complications.
First Page
347
Last Page
350
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/20009666.2019.1650590
Publication Date
Fall 9-5-2019
Recommended Citation
Tayabali K, Pothiwalla H, Lowitt M. Eczema herpeticum in Darier's disease: a topical storm. J Community Hosp Intern Med Perspect. 2019 Sep 5;9(4):347-350. doi: 10.1080/20009666.2019.1650590. PMID: 31528287; PMCID: PMC6735355.