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Case Report: Localized hyperinflammatory response in the bulla after mosquito bites in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: A patient with systemic lupus erythematosus developed localized swelling with blistering after mosquito bites. A complete blood count showed eosinophils were 1.09 × 10 9 /L (13.9%). Total IgE was more than 5,000 KU/L. Examination of the blister fluid showed very high levels of interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, IL-12p70, IL-17, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interferon (IFN)-α, and IFN-γ cytokines, while these serum cytokine levels were normal. After sterile extraction of the blister fluid, the inflammatory substances were removed, and the blister gradually disappeared. This might be a special manifestation after mosquito bites in a patient with a background of autoimmune diseases. Particular attention should be paid to patients with autoimmune diseases after insect bites.

Source: Frontiers in Immunology

DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2026.1785094

Authors: Sainan Bian, Chunmei Huang, Liping Wen

Institutions: Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, National Clinical Research

Language: English

Topic: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801