Medicina (Sep 2018)

Paradoxical skin reaction with infliximab treatment

  • Larissa Starling de A. Fernandes,
  • Daniela Martinez,
  • Omar Lupi,
  • Ricardo Barbosa Lima,
  • Carlos José Martins,
  • Antonio D'`Acri

DOI
https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.2176-7262.v51i1p82-86
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 51, no. 1

Abstract

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Considering the increased utilization of anti-TNF medications in the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, dermatologists should be aware of the possible adverse skin reactions. We describe a case of inverted psoriasis due to the use of infliximab used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.

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