Cutis
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Mycosis fungoides is a T-cell lymphoma which is often localized to the skin in the early stages. Untreated, the process eventually progresses through eczematous, plaque, and tumor stages to systemic involvement. Its course, however, is unpredictable. ⋯ A dermatitis may develop in persons treated with nitrogen mustard but systemic side-effects are rare. However, BCNU may rarely lead to marrow depression when used topically. The use of these agents in mycosis fungoides is discussed herein.
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Scar changes may be an important clue in the diagnosis of sarcoidosis. Any patient complaining of changes in scars, areas of trauma, or venipuncture sites, should be evaluated for sarcoidosis. In patients already suspected of having the disease, these areas should not be overlooked as an easy source of tissue specimens for histopathologic confirmation of the diagnosis.