What is Jessner lymphocytic infiltrate?
Jessner lymphocytic infiltrate is an uncommon skin condition that presents as non-scaly red patches and lumps on the face, neck and upper back. They are usually painless and do not itch. Lesions may go through periods of remission and exacerbation over months or years. Total spontaneous resolution has also occurred in some cases. The condition is known by many other names including benign lymphocytic infiltration, Jessner disease, Jessner-Kanof syndrome, and benign chronic T-cell infiltrative disorder. It has been thought to be in the same disease spectrum as lupus erythematosus (lupus tumidus) but on histology, monoclonal antibody Leu 8 staining indicates they may be separate conditions. The cause of Jessner lymphocytic infiltrate is unknown.
