DEVERGIE’S DISEASE – CLINICAL CASE

Abstract

Devergie’s disease (pityriasis rubra pilaris – PRP) is an idiopathic inflammatory, papulosquamous dermatosis. Clinically, it is characterized by disordered keratinization and the formation of hyperkeratotic follicular papules that coalesce into the orange-red plaques, between these areas the skin is not changed “islands of sparing” - are observed. Possible associations include infectious diseases, autoimmune processes, medication-induced reactions, and malignant neoplasms.

The article describes a clinical case of Devergie’s disease. Patient S.E., 56 years old. 26.04.25, “Kani Clinic.” The patient complained of a generalized skin rash. General condition: satisfactory. On the trunk, upper, and lower extremities, numerous, separately distributed, orange-colored hyperkeratotic follicular papules were noted. On the extensor surface of the upper extremity, a solitary plaque was present.