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J Cosmet Dermatol ; 21(1): 4-12, 2022 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1522766

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: The pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had an unprecedented impact on the overall health and the global economy. Vaccination is currently the most dependable strategy to end the pandemic, despite the slower-than-hoped-for rollout, particularly for low-to-middle-income countries, and the uncertain duration of protection afforded by vaccination. The spike protein of the virus (immunodominant antigen of the virus) is the main target of the approved and candidate SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. This protein binds to the ACE2 receptor of the host cell, initiating the entry of the virus into the cell and the chain of subsequent events ending to Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. The safety profile of these vaccines needs is closely assessed. METHODS: This comprehensive review includes searching the PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science databases using the keywords "coronavirus", "COVID-19", "vaccine", "cutaneous reactions", "allergic reactions", and "SARS-CoV-2". Manual searching of reference lists of included articles augmented the research. The research was updated in June 2021. RESULTS: In this narrative review, we tried to investigate and discuss the cutaneous and allergic reactions related to SARS-CoV-2 vaccines currently available in the literature. As a result, although COVID-19 vaccines can be reported to develop allergic and anaphylactic reactions, especially after m-RNA vaccines, they remain at a low rate, and it is observed that these reactions may develop more frequently, especially in patients with previous allergies and mast cell disorders. Fortunately, these reactions are generally transient, benign, self-limited. CONCLUSION: Although there is still no definitive evidence, as dermatologists, we must be aware of the possibility of cutaneous reactions, newly diagnosed dermatoses, or exacerbation of existing dermatoses that may develop after the COVID-19 vaccinations.


Subject(s)
COVID-19 Vaccines/adverse effects , COVID-19 , Hypersensitivity , COVID-19/prevention & control , Humans , Hypersensitivity/etiology , Vaccination/adverse effects , mRNA Vaccines/adverse effects
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Minerva Biotecnologica ; 33(1):19, 2021.
Article in English | ProQuest Central | ID: covidwho-1192454

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: A way to control or cure viral diseases like the Coronavirus is the use of exchanged waves between viral RNAs and cellular DNAs. In this research, we propose a model to compare the structure of cells and Corona viruses with the structure of speakers/microphones and obtain the frequency and the shape of exchanged waves. This is a theoretical and a mathematical model. Real material of this model are both Coronaviruses and host cells. METHODS: In this model, the cellular DNA and viral RNA are formed from charged particles and by their motions, some electromagnetic waves are emerged. In fact, they act like the inductors within speakers/microphones and produce some magnetic fields. These fields interact with charges around nuclear and viral membranes and produce some currents along them. In these conditions, membranes act like the magnet within speakers/microphones and emit some new magnetic fields. These fields interact with DNA and viral inductors, move them and produce some extra magnetic waves, These waves move charges along viral and nuclear membranes, vibrate them and produce some sound waves. RESULTS: Shape of DNA ultrasound waves depend on their RNA/DNA sources. A cellular DNA coils several times around the histone and supercoiled axes and produce linear, toroid and round inductors. A viral RNA coils and creates round viral inductor. These inductors are formed from hexagonal and pentagonal bases and emit hexagonal/pentagound linear/curved sound waves. CONCLUSIONS: Frequency of DNA sound waves could be between 107 -1020 (Hz). Also, frequency of viral sound waves could be between 107 -1011 [KVirus/KCell] where KVirus, KCell are some constants depending on the genus of liquids within viral and cell membranes. In some conditions, KVirus/KCell=1 and virus could be absorbed by cells.

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J Cosmet Dermatol ; 20(7): 2001-2003, 2021 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1099725

ABSTRACT

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a multisystemic disease that can cause progressive lung failure, organ dysfunction, and coagulation disorder associated with high mortality and morbidity. COVID-19 is known to either primarily cause skin symptoms or increase existing skin diseases. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a DNA virus that can cause benign and malignant neoplasms. Mucocutaneous verruca vulgaris are common benign lesions of HPV. Here, we report a case of verruca vulgaris regressed after COVID-19.


Subject(s)
Alphapapillomavirus , COVID-19 , Papillomavirus Infections , Humans , Papillomaviridae , Papillomavirus Infections/complications , SARS-CoV-2
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Dermatol Ther ; 33(5): e13686, 2020 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1005859

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Immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory therapies are important in dermatology, but indications are influenced by SARS-CoV-2. We will focus on skin disorders such as autoimmune connective tissue disorders, neutrophilic dermatoses, and vasculitis. Immunomodulators such as colchicine and antimalarials can easily be preferred taking their beneficial effects on COVID-19 into consideration and also given their wide spectrum of action. Among the conventional therapies, methotrexate, azathioprine, and mycophenolate mofetil increase the risk of infection, and thus their use is recommended only when necessary and at low doses. On the other hand, use of cyclosporine is also not recommended as it increases the risk of hypertension, which is susceptible to COVID-19. Anti-TNF agents from among the biological therapies appear to be slightly risky in terms of susceptibility to infection. However, there are ongoing studies which suggest that some biological treatments may reduce cytokine storm impeding the COVID-19 progression as a result, in spite of their susceptibilities to COVID-19. Patients, who will be started on immunosuppressive therapy, should be tested for COVID-19 prior to the therapy, and in the event that COVID-19 is suspected, the therapy should be discontinued.


Subject(s)
COVID-19/epidemiology , Immunologic Factors/adverse effects , Immunosuppressive Agents/adverse effects , SARS-CoV-2 , Skin Diseases/drug therapy , Biological Products/adverse effects , COVID-19/etiology , Disease Susceptibility , Humans
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Dermatol Ther ; 33(4): e13476, 2020 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-944657

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COVID-19 disease is a highly contagious and particularly popular problem in all countries. A variety of repurposed drugs and investigational drugs such as remdesivir, chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, ritonavir, lopinavir, interferon-beta, and other potential drugs have been studied for COVID19 treatment. We reviewed the potential dermatological side-effects of these drugs.


Subject(s)
Antiviral Agents/adverse effects , Betacoronavirus , Coronavirus Infections/drug therapy , Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions/epidemiology , Pandemics , Pneumonia, Viral/drug therapy , Skin Diseases/chemically induced , Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use , COVID-19 , Coronavirus Infections/epidemiology , Global Health , Humans , Incidence , Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology , SARS-CoV-2 , Skin Diseases/epidemiology , COVID-19 Drug Treatment
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Dermatol Ther ; 34(1): e14507, 2021 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-913539

ABSTRACT

COVID-19 is a multisystem disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. It has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization in March 2020 and the outbreak still keeps its impacts worldwide. Behçet disease (BD) is a multi-systemic vasculitis involving the skin, mucosa, eyes, joints, nervous system, cardiovascular system, and gastrointestinal system. The precise etiopathogenesis of the disorder is unknown but autoimmunity is believed to play a key role. A considerable part of patients with BD are susceptible to immunosuppression and are more predisposed to infections than healthy individuals. Hence, the protection and control measures for patients with BD against the COVID-19 are of the utmost significance. Given the requirement to balance proper treatment of BD with the smallest risk of COVID-19 associated mortality and morbidity, we aimed to review the management of BD in the era of the pandemic with a special focus on treatment considerations. According to current expert recommendations, there is no reason to discontinue topical treatments, colchicine, and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. Systemic steroids can be used at the lowest possible dose if needed. Ongoing treatments can be continued unchanged in patients with no suspected or confirmed COVID-19. In cases with COVID-19 symptoms, immunosuppressive and biological agents can be temporarily stopped but the decision should be made on a case by case basis. Considering their potential beneficial effects on the course of COVID-19, colchicine, pentoxifylline, and dapsone can be considered as safe treatment options in BD.


Subject(s)
Behcet Syndrome , COVID-19 , Behcet Syndrome/diagnosis , Behcet Syndrome/drug therapy , Behcet Syndrome/epidemiology , Humans , Immunosuppressive Agents/therapeutic use , Pandemics , SARS-CoV-2
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Dermatol Ther ; 33(5): e13449, 2020 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-832333

ABSTRACT

Nowadays, medical doctors are fighting with new coronavirus, COVID-19 problem in all countries. Corona means a circular crown, from the Latin word for "crown or garland." We summarized some corona-associated skin problems and also skin involvement like-crown in dermatology.


Subject(s)
Dermatology , Terminology as Topic , Humans , SARS-CoV-2 , Skin Diseases/diagnosis , Skin Diseases/therapy
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Dermatol Ther ; 33(4): e13438, 2020 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-787624

ABSTRACT

Severe acute respiratory syndrome-corona virus-2, which causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is highly contagious and a particularly popular problem in all around the World and also in all departments of every hospital. In order to protect the well-being of health care providers while providing a sufficient workforce to respond to the COVID-19 are vital for pandemic planning. In this article, we will discuss this problem from a dermatological aspect.


Subject(s)
Coronavirus Infections/epidemiology , Dermatology , Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology , Skin Diseases/etiology , Betacoronavirus/isolation & purification , COVID-19 , Coronavirus Infections/complications , Humans , Pandemics , Pneumonia, Viral/complications , SARS-CoV-2 , Skin Diseases/therapy
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