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In 1982, Dr. Robert Peppercorn established his dermatology practice in Yuba City, California. In 2009, Dr. Peppercorn merged his practice with operations at Sutter Advanced Dermatology and Laser Center, also in Yuba City. As a board-certified dermatologist, he has experience in areas as diverse as acne scarring and acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis.
Sweet's syndrome is the common name for febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, a rare skin condition that leaves painful lesions along a patient’s arms, neck, head, and abdomen. The condition is also associated with chronic fever. In some cases, Sweet’s syndrome may be the result of another infection or illness or caused by a bad reaction to prescribed medication. Sweet’s syndrome has also been linked to certain kinds of cancer. The exact cause of the infection is not known.
Fortunately, there are a number of ways for patients to address the symptoms of Sweet’s syndrome. Corticosteroid pills, including prednisone, are some of the most popular treatments. In many cases, oral corticosteroid treatments can considerably reduce symptoms of the infection within just a few days. Despite the success of corticosteroids in treating febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, recurrences of the disease are common.
Prolonged use of oral corticosteroids can lead to weight gain and insomnia, among other side effects. Some patients react poorly to oral treatments and are better suited to topical treatments or injections. Other treatments for Sweet’s syndome include dapsone, potassium iodide, and colchicine.
Sweet's syndrome is the common name for febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, a rare skin condition that leaves painful lesions along a patient’s arms, neck, head, and abdomen. The condition is also associated with chronic fever. In some cases, Sweet’s syndrome may be the result of another infection or illness or caused by a bad reaction to prescribed medication. Sweet’s syndrome has also been linked to certain kinds of cancer. The exact cause of the infection is not known.
Fortunately, there are a number of ways for patients to address the symptoms of Sweet’s syndrome. Corticosteroid pills, including prednisone, are some of the most popular treatments. In many cases, oral corticosteroid treatments can considerably reduce symptoms of the infection within just a few days. Despite the success of corticosteroids in treating febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, recurrences of the disease are common.
Prolonged use of oral corticosteroids can lead to weight gain and insomnia, among other side effects. Some patients react poorly to oral treatments and are better suited to topical treatments or injections. Other treatments for Sweet’s syndome include dapsone, potassium iodide, and colchicine.