Actinic Reticuliode: A Case Report

Abstract

Actinic Reticuloid (AR) is a rare, severe, chronic photodermatosis that generally occurs in older males. Belonging to the group of cutaneous pseudolymphomas identified as benign reactive lymphocytic proliferations. It is characterized by being photosensitive, specifically to UV (ultraviolet) rays and visible light. It manifests in patients with a characteristic clinical picture of erythematous, edematous, pruritic, lichenified and scaly papules and plaques, which later develop as residual pigmented macules and progressively worsen with sun exposure; It mainly occurs in exposed areas such as the face, arms, hands, neck, among others. Actinic Reticuloid is a strange, poorly documented pathology and as a consequence of not knowing about it, patients do not go to the clinic until the disease is in an advanced stage and with a severe clinical picture of the disease; here lies the importance of the exposition of this bibliographic review where, in addition to presenting the case of a 58-year-old man, the clinical assessment is evidenced from the symptomatology and the main treatment for the patient is determined, as well as different alternatives for relieve symptoms and as a support for effective recovery.