Treatment of Perforating Folliculitis on the Buttocks and Extensor Surfaces of the Extremities
This protocol covers the management of perforating folliculitis with its characteristic distribution on the buttocks and the extensor surfaces of the extremities.
Clinical scenario
Perforating folliculitis presents as an asymptomatic eruption of small follicular keratotic papules on the buttocks and the extensor surfaces of the extremities.
Treatment approach
Cases of this perforating variant have been successfully managed with a specific systemic agent. The complete regimen — including agent selection, dosing, and monitoring — is detailed in the full protocol.
References
DOI: 10.2165/00128071-200405050-00003
It presents as an asymptomatic eruption of small follicular keratotic papules on the buttocks and the extensor surfaces of the extremities.
In addition, there are some cases of acquired reactive perforating dermatoses successfully treated with allopurinol.
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