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Hasan Tak1, Cengiz Koçak2, Gülben Sarıcı1
1Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Dumlupinar University, 43100 Kutahya, Turkey.
Abstract:
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is a rare inflammatory dermatosis characterized by multiple nonfollicular pustules that occur on erythematous skin. Despite its similarity to pustular psoriasis and association with fever and leukocytosis, AGEP typically heals quickly. Etiologically, drugs and viruses have been suspected in most cases. Here, we present a case of AGEP, in a woman, that developed 1 day after starting bupropion for smoking cessation, as a rare side effect of the treatment.
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