Angiolymphoid Hyperplasia with Eosinophilia: A Study of Two Cases

Authors: Pektas SD , Dere Y , Semra Hancer H , Kutucularoglu EU and Dogan G

DOI: 10.23880/cdoaj16000128

Volume 2, Issue 3

Abstract

Objective: Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia (ALHE), is presented by multiple pink or red papules and nodules on the head, neck, preauricular area and anterior hairline. Although the lesions are usually asymptomatic, they may rarely accompany pain, pulsation, itching and spontaneous bleeding when is pressed on. The etiopathogenesis of ALHE is related to environmental, allergic, hormonal and immunological factors. Here, the purpose of our study is to review the literature and to observe this vasculo-proliferative disease by reporting two case of ALHE associated with an allergic response, one pregnant one man.

Keywords: ALHE; High serum Ig E levels; Positive IgE stain; Pregnant; Man

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