Cutaneous Manifestations of COVID-19: Case Report and Discussion

Authors

Abigail Russell, LewisGale Hospital MontgomeryFollow
Gary Gross, LewisGale Medical CenterFollow
Vashist Nobbee, LewisGale Medical CenterFollow

Keywords

SARS-CoV-2; COVID-19; coronavirus infections/complications; vasculitis; telemedicine

Disciplines

Dermatology | Virus Diseases

Abstract

Introduction: Various cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 have been described and awareness of these findings is beneficial for clinicians for an accurate diagnosis.

Clinical Findings: We present a case of skin findings consistent with acral microthrombi induced changes in an elderly gentleman who was positive for COVID-19.

Outcomes: The patient had a mild course of COVID-19. Cutaneous findings resolved after one week from presentation with supportive care.

Conclusions: This case highlights the importance of awareness of manifestations of COVID-19, which may assist in timely diagnosis and prevention of transmission.

Recommended Citation

Russell, Abigail; Gross, Gary; and Nobbee, Vashist (2020) "Cutaneous Manifestations of COVID-19: Case Report and Discussion," HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine: Vol. 1: Iss. 0, Article 26.
DOI: 10.36518/2689-0216.1130
Available at: https://scholarlycommons.hcahealthcare.com/hcahealthcarejournal/vol1/iss0/26