This case describes \u201ca clinical case of a dermatological disease with systemic repercussions\u201d relevant to primary care, focusing on how symptoms can quickly appear after medication changes.<\/p>\n
A 55-year-old woman with high blood pressure and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease had been stable on treatment. Due to worsening lung function, her doctor replaced formoterol with a new inhaler combining indacaterol and glycopyrronium.<\/p>\n
Just two days later, she developed \u201cpainful, erythematous patches on her cheeks and neck\u201d along with a mild fever. She reported no new cosmetics, diet changes, or recent illness, making the new medication a likely trigger.<\/p>\n
She was urgently referred to dermatology, where doctors advised stopping the medication and performed tests, including blood work and a skin biopsy. She was treated with oral corticosteroids. Within \u201c24\u201348 hours, the lesions diminish in intensity and the pain subsides,\u201d and lab results showed leukocytosis with neutrophilia.<\/p>\n
After 20 days, the biopsy confirmed Sweet syndrome. This case highlights the importance of recognizing drug-related skin reactions early and responding quickly to prevent complications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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