Erythrodermic drug hypersensitivity reactions secondary to marijuana cigarettes
Keywords:
erythroderma, drug hypersensitivity reaction, marijuana, skin desquamationAbstract
Erythroderma or generalized exfoliative dermatitis is a skin inflammatory disorder characterized by erythema followed by generalized skin desquamation involving more than 90% of the body's skin surface area. Most erythroderma cases occur due to a secondary process. Therefore, it is mandatory to establish the etiopathology for proper management. We reported a 45-year-old Indian male who presented to the emergency department with generalized skin desquamation secondary to marijuana cigarettes. Patient showed complete remission and excellent clinical response after corticosteroid treatment. This report showed the importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment to provide a good prognosis as well as prevent complications.References
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