Erythema Gyratum Repens Without an Associated Neoplasm: A Rheumatoid Twist

Cureus 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jebisha Joseph Bella, Sudha Rangarajan, Divya Raviprakash, Lini Joseph, Adikrishnan Swaminathan
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.100593
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Abstract

Erythema gyratum repens (EGR) is a distinctive dermatosis characterized by multiple, annular, rapidly migrating erythematous plaques with multiple concentric rings, producing a wood-grain-like pattern. Although classically described as a paraneoplastic marker, it is no longer regarded as an obligate paraneoplastic syndrome, as a growing number of cases without associated malignancy have been reported. We present a case of EGR occurring in association with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), highlighting its occurrence in a non-neoplastic context.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Skin Diseases and Diabetes Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy and related conditions

Publication details

Journal / source
Cureus
Volume
18
Issue
1
Pages
e100593–e100593
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN