Question 1

what's granuloma annulare disease?

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Skin granulomas: Granuloma annulare  is a condition where granulomas (little lumps of immune reactive tissue) form in the skin. It can occasionally be associated with thyroid disease or diabetes, so you should be worked up for those conditions by your doctor. Otherwise, it is benign and of only cosmetic concern. Treatment is usually with steroid injections into the granulomas, but other therapies are described.

Question 2

is granuloma annulare contagious?

Accepted Answer

No: There are other annular eruptions that are such as tinea.

Question 3

what does it mean to have granuloma annulare? is this life threatening?

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No: It is only  in the skin and can be suppressed with medicine.Either topical, injections of cortisone cream or oral agents in severe cases such as dapsone.

Question 4

is it possible to have granuloma annulare on your face? if yes, how can i treat it?

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Yes: Yes, it is possible to have this distribution for Granuloma Annulare. You may benefit from a topical antifungal medication. Were you given this diagnosis by a physician? Were you then prescribed a medication? Do keep your followup visit &amp; use your meds as directed. Hope that helps.

Question 5

how do you treat granuloma annulare?

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Steroids etc.: Granuloma annulare  is a condition where granulomas (little lumps of immune reactive tissue) form in the skin. Treatment is usually with steroid injections into the granulomas, but other therapies include ultraviolet light therapy, creams, and oral medications. Speak to your doctor because choice of treatment depends on what your condition looks like.

Question 6

what is the best way to treat granuloma annulare?

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Tx: Granuloma annulare may be treated with topical or injectable corticosteroids, liquid nitrogen, light therapy or prescription oral medications.

Question 7

how do i know how serious my granuloma annulare is?

Accepted Answer

Granuloma annulare: Granuloma annulare (ga) is essentially never serious.  It is unsightly, can itch , can be associated with other diseases like diabetes and can affect multiple areas, but it not a serious infection or related to cancer.  See your doctor for treatment options.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: granuloma annulare?

Accepted Answer

Granuloma annulare: Granuloma annulare or ga is a chronic inflammatory condition of the skin that shows up as raised reddish bumps that often form rings. It is usually seen on hands, elbows, knees, but can be almost anywhere on the body.  It can be treated with topical or injected steroids as well as a variety of other medications.

Question 9

what does it mean if i've been diagnosed with granuloma annulare?

Accepted Answer

Skin granulomas: Granuloma annulare  is a condition where granulomas (little lumps of immune reactive tissue) form in the skin. It can occasionally be associated with thyroid disease or diabetes, so you should be worked up for those conditions by your doctor. Otherwise, it is benign and of only cosmetic concern. Treatment is usually with steroid injections into the granulomas, but other therapies are described.

Question 10

is it possible to have granuloma annulare and not have any symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not all granuloma annulare plaques will itch. It can go away on its own or you can treat it with topical and injectable corticosteroids.

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