Dermatitis herpetiformis and vitiligo

Dermatologica. 1980;160(1):41-4. doi: 10.1159/000250466.

Abstract

A 36-year-old woman developed vitiligo in areas with active dermatitis herpetiformis. Both diseases have been associated with autoimmune disorders. However, in the present case the vitiligo is believed to be an isomorphic reaction to the dermatitis herpetiformis lesions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Autoimmune Diseases / complications
  • Dermatitis Herpetiformis / complications*
  • Dermatitis Herpetiformis / diagnosis
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Vitiligo / diagnosis
  • Vitiligo / etiology*