Abstract

Scleromyxedema is a disease of unknown etiology that usually affects middle aged adults and presents with widespread eruptions of firm, waxy papules containing mucin deposits. Extracutaneous manifestations include carpal tunnel syndrome, polyarthritis, dysphagia, and heart failure. Several treatment modalities including IVIG, steroids, and thalidomide have been used but typically it is refractory to medical interventions.

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