Elephantiasis Nostras Verrucosa in a Patient With Lymphedema Tarda.
chronic lymphatic disorders
comprehensive management
diagnostic challenges
elephantiasis nostras verrucosa
lymphedema tarda
multidisciplinary approach
Journal
Cureus
ISSN: 2168-8184
Titre abrégé: Cureus
Pays: United States
ID NLM: 101596737
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
Mar 2024
Mar 2024
Historique:
received:
01
03
2024
accepted:
23
03
2024
medline:
25
4
2024
pubmed:
25
4
2024
entrez:
25
4
2024
Statut:
epublish
Résumé
This case report presents a rare and complex clinical scenario of a 42-year-old male diagnosed with elephantiasis nostras verrucosa in the context of lymphedema tarda. The patient's seven-year history of insidious and progressively worsening swelling over the left lower limb, inguino-scrotal region, and left upper limb posed diagnostic challenges, leading to a multidisciplinary evaluation. Clinical examination, imaging studies, and laboratory investigations were integral in confirming the diagnosis. The manifestation of elephantiasis nostras verrucosa, characterized by extensive hyperkeratosis, added a unique dimension to the clinical presentation. A comprehensive treatment approach involving nutritional supplementation and pharmacological interventions was initiated to address the multifaceted aspects of lymphatic dysfunction. This case underscores the importance of a collaborative and holistic approach to managing complex lymphatic disorders, contributing valuable insights to the medical literature.
Identifiants
pubmed: 38659539
doi: 10.7759/cureus.56850
pmc: PMC11040428
doi:
Types de publication
Case Reports
Langues
eng
Pagination
e56850Informations de copyright
Copyright © 2024, Jaiswal et al.
Déclaration de conflit d'intérêts
The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.