Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia manifestating as exfoliative dermatitis

Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol. 1995 Mar-Apr;61(2):102-3.

Abstract

A 60-year-old patient reported with a history of redness and peeling of the skin, and sensations of chills and tightness of the skin of three months duration. Clinical examination revealed exfoliative dermatitis, generalised lymphadenopathy and hepatosplenomegely. A peripheral smear showed features of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.