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Lichenoid reaction to hepatitis B vaccination
C A Saywell1, R A Wittal, S Kossard
1Dermatology Centre, Lidcombe Hospital, Sydney, Australia.
The Australasian Journal of Dermatology
|August 1, 1997
Summary
A rare lichenoid reaction occurred after hepatitis B vaccination. This case offers insights into skin manifestations of hepatitis B infection and vaccine-related immune responses.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Hepatology
- Immunology
Background:
- Liver disease is recognized as associated with lichen planus.
- Hepatitis viruses are implicated in the liver-lichen planus association.
- Cutaneous lichenoid reactions to hepatitis B vaccination are rarely documented.