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Pearls and pitfalls: Adverse cutaneous reactions after COVID-19 vaccination
Mechelle Miller1, Michael Tracey2, Meagan Simpson2
1From the Department of Allergy and Immunology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda MD 20814; and.
Abstract:
Background: Rashes after coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) mRNA vaccinations occur with typical and atypical presentations. Objective: The goal of this article is to increase awareness and review the various diagnosis and management of cutaneous adverse reactions associated with COVID-19 vaccinations for allergy/immunology fellows, residents, general physicians, and general practitioners. Methods: Pertinent information was included from the patient's case. A review of the available literature using the works cited in the most up-to-date reviews was completed. Results: A case of a patient with cutaneous adverse reaction after COVID-19 vaccination as presented, followed by a review of cutaneous reactions after COVID-19 vaccinations. Conclusion: Providers should be aware of the different rashes after COVID-19 vaccinations. Pearls and pitfalls of the diagnosis and management are provided.
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