Work

A case of eosinophilic pustular folliculitis involving palmoplantar successfully treated by apremilast

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis (EPF) is a rare inflammatory dermatosis that predominantly affects seborrheic areas. The condition's pathogenesis is linked to T helper 2-driven eosinophilic inflammation. We presented a man with EPF involving the face, palms and soles, successfully treated by apremilast, a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor. Apremilast's efficacy in this case adds to emerging evidence supporting its use in EPF, particularly when traditional treatments fail.

Source: Skin Health and Disease

DOI: 10.1093/skinhd/vzaf019

Authors: Jing Xu, Yue-meng Wu, Shang-shang Wang

Institutions: Fudan University, Huashan Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Eosinophilic Disorders and Syndromes

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,597