Piette W

Rush University Medical Center

EM Publications

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(1,704 citations, 66 total works)

Research Topics

Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases (12) Cutaneous lymphoproliferative disorders research (11) Vasculitis and related conditions (10) Eosinophilic Disorders and Syndromes (10) Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders (8)

Erythromelalgia Publications

Erythromelalgia. Part I: Pathogenesis, clinical features, evaluation, and complications.

Caldito EG, Kaul S, Caldito NG, Piette W, Mehta S

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology • 2024-Mar-01

Erythromelalgia is a rare pain disorder that is underrecognized and difficult-to-treat. It is characterized by episodes of extremity erythema and pain that can be disabling; it may be genetic, related to an underlying systemic disease, or idiopathic. Considering the prominent cutaneous features characteristic of the condition, dermatologists can play an important role in early recognition and limitation of morbidity. The first article in this 2-part continuing medical education series reviews the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, evaluation, and complications.

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Erythromelalgia. Part II: Differential diagnoses and management.

Caldito EG, Caldito NG, Kaul S, Piette W, Mehta S

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology • 2024-Mar-01

The management of erythromelalgia is challenging and requires multidisciplinary effort. Patient education is crucial as unsafe self-administered cooling techniques can lead to significant morbidity, including acral necrosis, infection, and amputation. The goal of management is pain control, reduction of flare frequency, and prevention of complications. This text is focused on the management of erythromelalgia and several other incompletely understood and under-recognized neurovascular disorders such as red scrotum syndrome, red ear syndrome, facial flushing, and complex regional pain syndrome.

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