An Atypical Presentation of Subcutaneous Panniculitis-like T-cell Lymphoma Misdiagnosed as Preseptal Cellulitis

Authors

  • Sirinda Leelaudomlipi Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, Bangkok, Thailand.
  • Patlada Ingkaninanda Division of Dermatology, Rajavithi Hospital, Ministry of Public Health, Bangkok, Thailand.
  • Suthep Chirasuthat Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
  • Tanaporn Borriboon Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, Bangkok, Thailand.

Keywords:

Subcutaneous panniculitis-like T-cell lymphoma, SPTCL, Periorbital edema, Preseptal cellulitis, Cyclosporine A

Abstract

Subcutaneous panniculitis-like T-cell lymphoma (SPTCL), is an uncommon cutaneous malignancy that mainly affects subcutaneous tissue and is distinguished by the expression of a cytotoxic T-cell immunophenotype. Diagnosis of SPTCL is complex, hinging on skin biopsy analyses and T-cell lineage-specific immunohistochemical markers identification. We report a Thai female 28-year-old presented with periorbital swelling, facial edema with multiple subcutaneous nodules and plaques on the face, trunk, and extremities for 2 months. The identification of the disorder has been established using clinical presentations, histopathology, and immunohistochemistry. The patient was treated with a combination of prednisolone and cyclosporine A. The lesions gradually regressed and were not recurrent during the 1-year follow-up.

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Published

2025-08-18

How to Cite

Leelaudomlipi , S., Ingkaninanda, P., Chirasuthat, S., & Borriboon, T. (2025). An Atypical Presentation of Subcutaneous Panniculitis-like T-cell Lymphoma Misdiagnosed as Preseptal Cellulitis. Thai Journal of Dermatology, 41(3), 71–76. retrieved from https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/272338