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Anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity syndrome reactions in increasing severity following repeated exposure to tinidazole
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Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening immunological reaction that results from the sudden release of mast-cell-derived and basophil-derived mediators into the circulatory system. Hypersensitivity syndrome reactions (HSR) include cutaneous eruptions like erythema multiforme and Steven-Johnson syndrome, and are commonly induced by drugs. Erythema multiforme (EM) is an acute, usually self-limiting mucocutaneous disorder characterised by unique iritis or target lesions such as...
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Erythema multiforme. (clinical manifestations, pathophysiology, etiology, differential diagnosis, treatment)
American Family Physician
; Erythema multiforme is a relatively common cutaneous reaction pattern that usually presents as well-demarcated plaques on the trunk and extremities, often with target, or iris, lesions. Lesions may also occur as widespread plaques or erosions on the oral mucosa, conjunctiva and genitalia. Erythema
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Anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity syndrome reactions in increasing severity following repeated exposure to tinidazole
Journal of Postgraduate Medicine
; Sir, Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening immunological reaction that results from the sudden release of mast-cell-derived and basophil-derived mediators into the circulatory system. Hypersensitivity syndrome reactions (HSR) include cutaneous eruptions like erythema multiforme and
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Erythema multiforme.(Disease/Disorder overview)
American Family Physician
; Erythema multiforme is a skin condition considered to be a hypersensitivity reaction to infections or drugs. It consists of a polymorphous eruption of macules, papules, and characteristic target lesions that are symmetrically distributed with a propensity for the distal extremities. There is
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Erythema multiforme following vaccination in an infant
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
; Introduction Immunization is mandatory for all infants and children for the prevention of various diseases under the Universal Immunization Program. These vaccine-preventable diseases have declined markedly worldwide since the introduction of the routine immunization program in 1978, which was
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A case of ciprofloxacin-induced erythema multiforme
Indian Journal of Pharmacology
; Ciprofloxacin is a fluorinated quinolone having broad antimicrobial activity and is effective after oral or parenteral administration. Side effects with the use of ciprofloxacin are relatively few and development of resistance by microbes is not rapid. [1] It is used in urinary tract infection,
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POLYHEXAMETHYLENEBIGUANIDE HYDROCHLORIDE EXPOSURE AND ERYTHEMA MULTIFORME IN A PHYSICIAN
International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health
; Abstract A 52-year-old woman physician developed recurrent erythema multiforme. Occupational and environmental exposure assessment suggested a disinfectant containing polyhexamethylenebiguanide hydrochloride (PHMB), Phagosept . Elimination of the product was followed by disappearance of
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Folliculitis after Smallpox Vaccination: A Report of Two Cases
Military Medicine
; Rashes are frequent and potentially serious adverse consequences of smallpox vaccination. Life-threatening rashes must be differentiated from benign, self-limiting ones. Generalized vaccinia, erythema multiforme, and folliculitis are distinct self-limiting entities but may be difficult to
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Erythema multiforme associated with candesartan cilexetil.(Case Report)
Southern Medical Journal
; Abstract: Candesartan cilexetil is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that is widely used in the treatment of hypertension. It is generally well tolerated and rarely has adverse effects. We report the case of a 50-year-old man with a 3-year history of hypertension that was difficult to manage
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Erythema multiforme reaction to sestamibi
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine
; TO THE EDITOR: Allergic reactions to radioisotopes are uncommon, but all nuclear physicians need to be aware of possible reactions to radioisotopes in everyday practice. We would like to draw your attention to a previously unreported reaction to ^sup 99m^Tc-- sestamibi experienced by a woman having
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What's your assessment? (Clinical Skills).
Dermatology Nursing
; History This 36-year-old male presented to the urgent care clinic complaining of peeling lips, red eyelids, and frequent tearing and a few red spots on his arm. The lip peeling started a few days ago, then he woke up this morning with conjunctivitis. His past medical history is unremarkable for any
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