Sweet syndrome
Sweet Syndrome (Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis) What is Sweet Syndrome? Sweet Syndrome is a skin condition that causes painful, red or purple bumps and patches. It usually appears on the face, neck, and arms, and is often accompanied by fever and high levels of neutrophils in the blood. Types of Sweet Syndrome: 1. Classic Sweet Syndrome: The most common form, often affecting young women, usually following mild illnesses or linked to pregnancy, inflammatory diseases, or infections. 2. Malignancy-Associated Sweet Syndrome: This type is connected to cancer, especially blood cancers like leukemia, and may even be the first sign of an underlying cancer. 3. Drug-Induced Sweet Syndrome: Caused by medications like granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF), antibiotics, or cancer treatments. Causes: Classic: Often no clear cause, but can be triggered by infections, pregnancy, or inflammation. Malignancy-Associated: Linked to cancers, especially leukemia. Dru