A Ringed Enigma: The Clinical Spectrum of Granuloma Annulare. Issue 2 (March 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Zahirsha, Zisansha; Lake, Eden
• Is Part Of: Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association. Volume 12:Issue 2(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-03
• Subjects: Granuloma Annulare -- Clinical Presentation -- Clinical Spectrum -- Diagnosis -- Treatment; Dermatologic nursing -- Periodicals; Skin Diseases -- nursing -- Periodicals; Dermatology -- Periodicals; Dermatologic nursing; Periodicals; 616.505
• DOI: 10.1097/JDN.0000000000000525
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1945-760X

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Granuloma annulare is a poorly understood disease typically presenting as localized, nonscaly, annular plaques on the dorsal extremities. Clinical variants, such as generalized, patch, perforating, and subcutaneous types, exist. Therefore, granuloma annulare has a broad range of clinical morphologies and presentations. Knowledge of the clinical features, prognosis, and treatment options of the disease is critical for providers to appropriately diagnose and manage the condition.