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Dapsone syndrome in a Filipino man
A R Hortaleza1, N G Salta-Ramos, J Barcelona-Tan
1Department of Dermatology, Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Manila, Philippines.
Leprosy Review
|December 1, 1995
Summary
Dapsone syndrome, a severe reaction to leprosy medication, still occurs. Early recognition and prompt withdrawal of dapsone are crucial for patient recovery and preventing potentially fatal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Leprosy treatment involves multidrug therapy (MDT), often including dapsone.
- Dapsone syndrome is a rare but serious hypersensitivity reaction.
- The continued existence of dapsone syndrome highlights ongoing challenges in leprosy management.