An Atypical Case of Pityriasis Rosea Gigantea after Influenza Vaccination

Abstract

Pityriasis rosea is a common erythematosquamous eruption, typically presenting along the cleavage lines of the skin. A wide spectrum of atypical manifestations may challenge even the most experienced physician. Here we report a rare case of a suberythrodermic pityriasis rosea with gigantic plaques after an influenza vaccination, and we discuss the possible triggers of atypical manifestations of such a common dermatological disease in the setting of an altered immunity.

Keywords

• Pityriasis rosea
• Vaccination
• Human herpes virus-6
• Human herpes virus-7
• Suberythrodermia