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Acute maculopapular eruption in Covid-19 patient: A case report
E Rossi1, C Lasagni1, M Trakatelli2
1Department of Dermatology, Head and Neck Skin Cancer Service, Modena and Reggio Emilia University, Modena, Italy.
Dermatologic Therapy
|June 12, 2020
Summary
A COVID-19 patient developed a maculopapular rash 7 days post-symptoms. Systemic therapy including steroids and tocilizumab led to rapid skin rash resolution.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, can manifest with a wide range of symptoms.
- Cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 are increasingly reported, presenting diverse clinical patterns.
Observation:
- A 34-year-old male, positive for COVID-19, presented with a maculopapular skin rash.
- The rash appeared 7 days after the initial onset of COVID-19 symptoms.
Findings:
- The patient received a 3-day hospitalization with systemic therapy.
- Treatment included corticosteroids, antihistamines, tocilizumab, and hydroxychloroquine.
Implications:
- Rapid and near-complete resolution of the maculopapular rash was observed within 3 days of hospitalization.
- This case highlights the potential efficacy of combined systemic therapy in managing COVID-19-associated dermatological conditions.
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