Non-Healing Perianal Ulcers in a Healthy Elderly Male: An Unusual Case of Perforating Dermatosis.

BACKGROUND

Perforating dermatoses are a rare group of dermatologic conditions characterized by transepidermal elimination of dermal material that can be primary or acquired secondary to systemic disease.

OBJECTIVE

We present an atypical case of perforating dermatosis resembling elastosis perforans serpiginosa (EPS) presenting with perianal ulcers in an elderly male with no systemic disease or medications and outline his successful treatment course.

CONCLUSIONS

Perianal ulcers in an otherwise healthy individual is an unusual presentation for perforating disorders but should be considered in cases not responding to traditional treatment options.