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Acute pityriasis rubra pilaris triggered by COVID‐19

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) can be triggered by viruses, such as cytomegalovirus, Epstein‐Barr virus, varicella zoster, human immunodeficiency virus and, more exceptionally, SARS‐CoV‐2. We report an additional case of PRP following COVID‐19 infection. Given the existing literature and the close temporal association, we suggest a possible causal relationship. We speculate that an altered immune response with a genetic predisposition for PRP may have played a role in our patient. We highlight the development of PRP as part of the spectrum of COVID‐19 skin‐related conditions.

Source: JEADV Clinical Practice

DOI: 10.1002/jvc2.302

Authors: Diego Soto‐García, Marcos Oro‐Ayude, Carlos Álvarez, Sandra Martínez‐Fernandez, Carmen Couselo‐Rodríguez, Ángeles Flórez

Institutions: Servicio Gallego de Salud, Complejo Hospitalario de Pontevedra, Universidade de Vigo

Language: English

Topic: Dermatological and COVID-19 studies

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,700