Abstract
Kaposi sarcoma typically presents as violaceous macules and papules in immunocompromised, specifically HIV-positive, patients. Its distinct clinical features often facilitate rapid diagnosis. In this article, we report a case of Kaposi sarcoma presenting as a concerning yet nondescript lesion in an HIV-negative woman. Although Kaposi sarcoma is frequently part of the differential diagnosis for skin lesions affecting HIV-positive patients, it is less frequently considered in HIV-negative individuals. Additionally, this case differs from the classic clinical presentation of Kaposi sarcoma by resembling a squamous cell carcinoma or superficial basal cell carcinoma. Therefore, it illustrates the importance of suspicious lesion biopsies to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 14 |
Journal | Dermatology online journal |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 4 |
State | Published - Apr 2020 |
Keywords
- HIV
- Kaposi sarcoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Treatment
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology