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Annular Keloid Mimicking Granuloma Annulare: A Diagnostic Challenge

Pragya A. Nair, Priya Ghoghara, Shree Dhanani

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Journal of Dermatology 10(2):p 47-49, July-December 2025. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jd.2582.3582 10225.1

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Priya Ghoghara, Shree Dhanani, Pragya A. Nair. Annular Keloid Mimicking Granuloma Annulare: A Diagnostic Challenge. RFP Jr of Drea 2025; 10(2): 47-49.

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Received : September 16, 2025         Accepted : November 18, 2025          Published : December 25, 2025

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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.

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Priya Ghoghara, Shree Dhanani, Pragya A. Nair. Annular Keloid Mimicking Granuloma Annulare: A Diagnostic Challenge. RFP Jr of Drea 2025; 10(2): 47-49.


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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jd.2582.3582 10225.1

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