Granulomatosis with polyangiitis, a form of necrotizing vasculitis can present as a limited variant with the involvement of a single organ system. The superficial protracted form can present as face and scalp ulceration for chronic periods of time. Diagnosis can be established histopathologically by examining the involvement of blood vessels. Here, we present a case of scalp ulceration that was diagnosed as a limited variant and started on steroids and immunosuppressants with excellent response.
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