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Sulphasalazine-induced DRESS.

L Teo1, E Tan

  • 1Division of Dermatology, Changi General Hospital, 2 Simei Street 3, Singapore 529889.

Singapore Medical Journal
|March 7, 2006
PubMed
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Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) is a severe hypersensitivity reaction. This case highlights sulfasalazine-induced DRESS, a rare but serious condition, presenting with vasculitis and organ involvement.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Dermatology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) is a severe hypersensitivity syndrome.
  • It is characterized by severe cutaneous eruption, fever, lymphadenopathy, hepatitis, and hematological abnormalities.
  • DRESS syndrome involves multi-organ involvement, differentiating it from common drug eruptions and leading to higher morbidity and mortality.

Observation:

  • Sulfasalazine hypersensitivity is rarely reported.
  • A case of sulfasalazine-induced DRESS was observed in a 49-year-old Indian woman.
  • The presentation included leukocytoclastic vasculitis, hepatitis, and hematological abnormalities.

Findings:

  • Sulfasalazine can induce DRESS syndrome, a severe adverse drug reaction.

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  • The patient exhibited leukocytoclastic vasculitis, hepatitis, and hematological abnormalities consistent with DRESS.
  • Eosinophilia and atypical lymphocytes were noted in the hematological evaluation.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering sulfasalazine as a potential trigger for DRESS syndrome.
    • Early recognition and withdrawal of the offending drug are crucial for managing DRESS.
    • Further research into sulfasalazine hypersensitivity mechanisms may improve patient outcomes and drug safety profiles.