Pruritic Papular Eruption (PPE)

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A  skin  condition  characterized  by  itchy  papular  eruptions  on  the  extensor  area  of  the  upper  and  lower limbs which is associated with HIV infection. 

Clinical presentation 

  • Papular lesions on the extensor areas
  • Extremely itchy
  • Excoriation
  • Lesions heal with hyperpigmented scars

Pharmacological Treatment 

C: betamethasone valerate cream (topical) 0.025% 12hourly for 3–4weeks 

AND 

A: cetirizine (PO) 10mg 12hourly for not less than 4weeks 

OR 

S: dapsone (PO) 100 mg 24hourly for not less than 4weeks