Gyoo Huh Author

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A Case of Generalized Interstitial Granuloma Annulare

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Gyoo Huh

Granuloma annulare (GA) is a common non-infectious, self-limiting granulomatous disease. Granuloma annulare is seen most commonly on the
skin of children, teenagers, or young adults. The generalised form is more likely to be found in older adults (mean age 50 years). There is a female
predominance of 2:1 over males. The generalized form of GA comprises 8% to 15% of cases and the majority of patients are adult. An increased
prevalence of dyslipidemia has been reported in this type. It is often associated with recalcitrant progression despite the treatment. An interstitial
histopathological pattern may be predominant in this form. The surface is smooth and the centre of each ring is often a little depressed. Localised
granuloma annulare usually affects t... view more»

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