
EMPD: When an itchy rash hides a rare skin cancer
Extramammary Paget disease (EMPD) is a rare skin cancer that often presents as an itchy, eczema-like rash, leading to years of misdiagnosis—particularly in women aged 50–80. Early biopsy and awareness are crucial for correct diagnosis, as shown by a patient who endured a decades-long struggle before EMPD was identified.