Indian Dermatology Online Journal (Jan 2015)

Kaposi′s varicelliform eruption: A case series

  • Bruno Ferrari,
  • Vanina Taliercio,
  • Paula Luna,
  • María Eugenia Abad,
  • Margarita Larralde

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/2229-5178.169714
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 6, no. 6
pp. 399 – 402

Abstract

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Kaposi's varicelliform eruption is a rare and potentially fatal viral infection caused mainly by reactivation of herpes simplex virus. It concomitantly occurs with pre-existing skin conditions, mostly atopic dermatitis, so it is predominately found in children. We present a case series that includes four adults, familial cases, and previously healthy patients. We also highlight clinical features, associations and therapeutic options.

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