Papular purpuric gloves and socks syndrome
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Raviteja Guddeti, M.B.B.S. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: PPGSS
Overview
Papular purpuric gloves and socks syndrome (PPGSS) is an uncommon cutaneous condition with a typical purpuric exanthem limited to hands and feet.
Causes
- An association with parvovirus B19 has been described.[1]
- The syndrome has also been associated with several viruses such as HHV6, measles and coxsackie B6
Epidemiology and Demographics
- PPGSS occurs primarily in teenagers and young adults.
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
- Rash and fever completely resolved in less than 3 days.
- The disease has a short course and a benign prognosis.
Diagnosis
Symptoms
PPGSS is characterized by
Physical Examination
Extremities
Laboratory Findings
- All laboratory tests are normal.
- Positive serology for Parvovirus B19. IgM is positive but not IgG.[3]
- Viral DNA test to detect the virus.
References
- ↑ Fölster-Holst
R, Kreth HW (2009). "Viral exanthems in childhood--infectious (direct) exanthems. Part 2: Other viral exanthems". J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 7 (5): 414–9. doi:[//doi.org/10.1111%2Fj.1610-%0A%0A0387.2008.06869.x 10.1111/j.1610-
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