Adalimumab induced alopecia areata in a patient with arthritis

Aydemir A., Oktem A., AYDIN A., ÖZÇAKAR Z. B., KUNDAKCI N.

European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology, cilt.34, sa.1, ss.51-53, 2024 (Scopus) identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 34 Sayı: 1
  • Basım Tarihi: 2024
  • Doi Numarası: 10.26326/2281-9649.34.1.2550
  • Dergi Adı: European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus, Academic Search Premier, EMBASE
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.51-53
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Adalimumab, alopecia areata, pediatrics
  • Ankara Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

The use of biologic agents such as anti-TNF alpha inhibitors in chronic inflammatory diseases is increasing. Consequently, skin side effects such as infusion reactions, psoriasis and alopecia have been observed. Knowing how to recognize these side effects is necessary to reach the correct diagnosis and treatment.