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ReviewRheumatology international2025

Unveiling the enigma: a case-based review of scleromyxedema.

Jagoda Rogowska, Filip Styrzyński, Joanna Makowska, Olga Brzezińska

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Review in Rheumatology international, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Jagoda RogowskaDepartment of Rheumatology, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0009-0004-5995-5802
Filip StyrzyńskiDepartment of Rheumatology, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland. filip.styrzynski@umed.lodz.pl.ORCID 0000-0002-5831-0568
Joanna MakowskaDepartment of Rheumatology, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-2036-375X
Olga BrzezińskaDepartment of Rheumatology, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-3885-8497

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Abstract

Scleromyxedema is a rare chronic fibromucinous disorder characterized by a generalized papular and sclerodermoid eruption. Despite its clinical significance, no definitive therapeutic guidelines exist for scleromyxedema, making management challenging. Herein, we present a case of a 76-year-old female patient referred for evaluation of systemic sclerosis, presenting with distinctive cutaneous manifestations and neurological symptoms. Investigations revealed monoclonal gammopathy (IgG Lambda subtype) and antinuclear antibodies, supporting a diagnosis of scleromyxedema. A multidisciplinary approach with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy resulted in significant improvement in neurological and cutaneous symptoms. This case underscores the challenges of diagnosing and managing scleromyxedema and highlights IVIG as a potential therapeutic option in the absence of standardized guidelines.

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Immunoglobulins, IntravenousScleromyxedemaAgedAntibodies, AntinuclearFemaleHumansTreatment OutcomeAntibodies, AntinuclearImmunoglobulins, IntravenousFibromucinous disorderIntravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)Monoclonal gammopathyMultidisciplinary managementScleromyxedema

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