Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis: Atypical presentations and outcomes

T. C. Kostopoulos; S. M. Krishna; N. K. Brinster; A. G. Ortega-Loayza

doi:10.1111/jdv.12721

Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis: Atypical presentations and outcomes

T. C. Kostopoulos, S. M. Krishna, N. K. Brinster, A. G. Ortega-Loayza

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Abstract

Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is an acute drug eruption characterized by erythematous plaques and papules studded with numerous, pinpoint pustules. Several atypical clinical presentations and triggers of AGEP have been described in the literature. These include systemic presentations similar to toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) and drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS) and localized presentations mimicking other medication reactions. We herein aim to review atypical presentations and medication triggers of AGEP to assist clinicians in recognizing this condition and making appropriate therapeutic interventions.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	209-214
Number of pages	6
Journal	Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
Volume	29
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.12721
State	Published - Feb 1 2015
Externally published	Yes

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