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Multiple 2-3 cm tender, erythematous, subcutaneous nodules were present over (a) the face and (b) lower extremities.
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Multiple 2-3 cm tender, erythematous, subcutaneous nodules were present over the face, chest, abdomen, and upper and lower extremities bilaterally (Figures 1(a) and 1(b)).
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(a) Low magnification showing a diffuse dermal infiltrate of neutrophils accompanied by leukocytoclastic debris. (b) High magnification highlighting the neutrophils.
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Skin biopsy of the right cheek showed a diffuse infiltrate of neutrophils and leukocytoclastic debris consistent with Sweet's syndrome (Figures 2(a) and 2(b)).