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Epidemiology: Mycosis fungoides (MF) is the most common cutaneous T-cell lymphoma and also makes up almost 50% of all primary cutaneous lymphomas. Most cases affect adult and elderly patients (median age at diagnosis 55-60 years), but it can also be seen in adolescents and young adults. There is male predominance with M:F ratio of 2:1. It is slightly more common in blacks and is seen less often in Asians and Hispanics. Higher risk of MF has been associated with certain professions/industries, including farming, painting, woodworking, carpentry, textiles, petrochemicals and metal industries.
The photograph shows irregular erythematous lesions of the patch stage on the back of this patient.
The photograph shows irregular erythematous lesions of the patch stage on the back of this patient.