Systemic Sarcoidosis Revealed by Axillary Electrolysis

Abstract

Background: Sarcoidosis is a noncaseating granulomatous disease that affects a large variety of organs and tissues. Skin sarcoidosis is commonly found in scar and tattooed tissues.

Objective: To report this particular case of sarcoidosis following electrolysis hair removal.

Method: We report the case of a woman who developed sarcoidosis years after axillary electrolysis hair removal.

Results: The diagnosis of cutaneous sarcoidosis was suggested by the clinical manifestations and confirmed by histopathologic findings.

Conclusion: Sarcoidosis should be considered during the investigation of skin lesions occurring in scar or traumatized tissue.

Keywords: dermatology; electrolysis hair removal; sarcoidosis; scar.