Adverse cutaneous reactions post Covid-19 vaccination- Case series from a tertiary care centre in Eastern India
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
; 33(1):116-122, 2023.
Article
in English
| EMBASE | ID: covidwho-2227106
ABSTRACT
Background Since the advent of the novel coronavirus, vaccines have been the most important tool of combat against the raging pandemic. However, several reports of adverse effects following vaccinations including dermatological reactions have emerged. Methods A descriptive observational study was carried out from June to August 2021 with all patients who presented with a new onset cutaneous reaction within 14 days of vaccination excluding patients with other possible causes of cutaneous reaction, particularly exposure to any drugs. Results A series of 13 cutaneous reactions post vaccination with the two major vaccines available in India, Covishiled and Covaxin have been reported in this series. Most of the reactions were mild and included urticaria, pityriasis rosea, morbilliform rash, whereas some uncommon reactions such as lichen planus and vitiligo were found. Severe reactions were rare, only one case of erythema multiforme major was seen. Conclusion The pathophysiology of post vaccination cutaneous reaction is still elusive and warrants further research. It is important for the dermatologist to be aware of such adverse events in order to address the common misconceptions and apprehension of people regarding vaccination. Copyright © 2023 Pakistan Association of Dermatologists. All rights reserved.
adverse cutaneous reaction; Covid-19; pandemic; vaccination; article; case report; case study; clinical article; coronavirus disease 2019; dermatologist; human; India; lichen planus; measles like rash; observational study; pityriasis rosea; side effect; skin manifestation; Stevens Johnson syndrome; tertiary care center; urticaria; vitiligo; covaxin
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Collection:
Databases of international organizations
Database:
EMBASE
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Topics:
Long Covid
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Vaccines
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
Year:
2023
Document Type:
Article
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