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Grover' s Disease
Medical Questions » Grover' s Disease
Name: Grover' s Disease |
Also known as: Transient Acantholytic Dermatosis |
Itchy skin condition of the chest and back, that usually affects men over 50, and much less commonly women or younger people. |
Causes of Grover' s Disease Frequently follows sweating or some unexpected heat stress. |
Symptoms of Grover' s Disease Sudden onset of very itchy spots on the central back, mid chest and occasionally elsewhere. |
Tests for Grover' s Disease Skin biopsy can be used to confirm diagnosis. |
Treatment for Grover' s Disease Unsatisfactory. Remain cool and avoid sweating. A mild steroid lotion can be applied frequently to give temporary relief.
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Complications of Grover' s Disease of its treatment None significant. |
Likely Outcome of Grover' s Disease Most cases settle in six to twelve months, but occasionally it may last longer. |
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