The generalized or atypical granuloma annulare represents 8.5-15 p. 10
0 of all cases of granuloma annulare (GA). It differs from the localiz
ed GA variant by its morphology, its localization, a later age of onse
t, its protracted course, a poor response to therapy and its facultati
ve association to diabetes mellitus. We present a typical case of gene
ralized GA associated with eczematous dermatitis.