Erythema multiforme reaction to patch testing.
A young woman developed erythema multiforme in association with multiple patch test reactions. Sequential patch testing revealed 2 true positive reactions (colophony and fragrance mix), and was not associated with flare of erythema-multiforme-type lesions. The development of erythema multiforme should be included in the list of possible adverse reactions to patch testing, albeit a rare occurrence.
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Skin Hospital, Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK.
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D000328:Adult; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004892:Erythema Multiforme / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests / Q000009:adverse effects*