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To report a case of eosinophilic cellulitis and emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

August 3, 2026CureusOpen Access

Eosinophilic Cellulitis (Wells Syndrome): A Clinicopathologic Diagnosis in an Elderly Patient

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Case report reveals eosinophilic cellulitis in an elderly individual, indicating the need for accurate diagnosis.

To report a case of eosinophilic cellulitis and emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
Case report of a 72-year-old woman with autoimmune comorbidities presenting with skin lesions.
Clinical observation included treatment with antibiotics and antihistamines with follow-up laboratory studies.
Punch biopsy confirmed eosinophilic cellulitis, leading to initiation of corticosteroid therapy.
Initial treatment with antibiotics showed only transient improvement, emphasizing the misdiagnosis risk.
Laboratory tests revealed a peripheral eosinophil count of 1.07 × 10³/µL and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate.
Patient demonstrated significant improvement following systemic corticosteroid therapy after diagnosis correction.

Placencia et al. (2026) studied this question.

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