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Cantisani C, Ambrosio L, Annessi E, Longo C, Farnetani F, Pezzini C, Condorelli A, Annessi G, Bonetti LR, Guida S, Cota C, Tammaro A, Chello C, Pellacani G. Dermoscopic, Histological, Confocal Microscopy Correlation of Atypical-Dysplastic Melanocytic Nevi. Dermatol Pract Concept 2024; 14:dpc.1401a36. [PMID: 38364391 PMCID: PMC10868881 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1401a36] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION The term "atypical melanocytic nevus" (AMN) is used as a synonym for dysplastic nevus (DN) in clinical practice. Although the criteria for diagnosis of AMN/DN by the Agency for Research on Cancer helps to differentiate AMN/DN from common acquired nevi, they do not have high degrees of specificity, as they are similar to those used for the diagnosis of melanoma. OBJECTIVES In this retrospective study we evaluated the correlation and diagnostic concordance of dermoscopy, confocal microscopy, and histological examination in 50 AMN. METHODS A graded scale was used to compare histological examination with dermoscopy and confocal microscopy. Low magnification histological images of only the central part of lesions were examined. This allowed histological diagnoses based almost exclusively on architectural criteria instead of simultaneously architectural and cytological, as in the global histological examination. RESULTS Our data demonstrate that the diagnostic accuracy of dermoscopy and confocal microscopy diagnosis of the clinical aspects of AMN/DN as nevi or melanomas tends to be equivalent, being fair for nevi and excellent for melanomas. The total percentage of AMN suggested that the accuracy of confocal microscopy in the diagnosis of melanoma (86.7%) is greater than that of dermoscopy (73.3%). CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that diagnostic assessments of AMN/DN by dermoscopy and confocal microscopy are accurate and often coincide with those of histological examination and that their combined use helps to better manage and monitor these patients by facilitating early detection of melanomas and reducing unnecessary excisions of benign melanocytic lesions.
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- Carmen Cantisani
- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Dermatopathology Unit, Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata, IRCCS, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic Clinic and Public Health Medicine University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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- School of medicine Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Dermatology Clinic, IRCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Genetic Research Molecular Biology and Dermopathology Unit San Gallicano Dermatology Unit, IRCCS, Rome Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Pezzuto A, Ricci A, D’Ascanio M, Moretta A, Tonini G, Calabrò N, Minoia V, Pacini A, De Paolis G, Chichi E, Carico E, Tammaro A. Short-Term Benefits of Smoking Cessation Improve Respiratory Function and Metabolism in Smokers. Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis 2023; 18:2861-2865. [PMID: 38059013 PMCID: PMC10697086 DOI: 10.2147/copd.s423148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
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Background Cigarette smoke exposure is the main preventable cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Airflow limitation is closely associated with smoking exposure. Smoking could also interfere with lipid metabolism. Aim To determine the respiratory functional and metabolic changes after smoking cessation in smokers in the short term. Methods All patients were current smokers. They were assessed by spirometry and questionnaires such as COPD assessment test(CAT), modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) test for dyspnea, Fagestrom's test for nicotine dependence. Exhaled CO was detected in order to evaluate smoking exposure and smoking cessation (normal value<7 ppm). A blood sampling was eventually taken for vitamin D and cholesterol assay. All patients underwent therapy with counselling and varenicline as first-line treatment according to its schedule. Detection time: at baseline and one month after smoking cessation. Results All patients quit smoking during treatment. The mean age was 62 with a prevalence of males. The analysis revealed the following mean values at baseline: CAT mean score was 15, pack-years 35.5, Fagestrom's Test mean score 5.0. The West's value was 8.5, whereas Body mass index (BMI) was 25.5.Cigarette daily consumption mean value was 22.5. The comparison before and at follow up one month after smoking cessation about functional and metabolic parameters, show us the following results: FEV 1 was increased by 200 mL (p<0.02), FEF 25/75 was improved as well as mMRC test. The eCO was dropped to as low as 8 ppM. Interestingly the vitamin D level was increased from 25 to 28 ng/mL without any support therapy. The cholesterol total level was reduced and CAT value and DLCO were also significantly improved. Conclusion Quit smoking is useful to improve symptoms, respiratory function and metabolic parameters in the short term.
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- Aldo Pezzuto
- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Oncology Department, Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical and Molecular Medicine Department, S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience- NESMOS, S.Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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Scarabello A, Adebanjo GAR, Volpe S, Parisella FR, Greco ME, Balampanos CG, Tammaro A. Mpox lesions in two patients with multiple comorbidities. Int J Dermatol 2023; 62:e631-e633. [PMID: 37608467 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.16805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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- NESMOS Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Kulakowska KA, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Salih AF, Scarabello A. Oral and genital mucosa lesions in patients with COVID-19: a multicentric case series. Int J Dermatol 2023; 62:e554-e556. [PMID: 37063087 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.16685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/02/2023] [Indexed: 04/18/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University Hospital of Sulaimani, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
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- Department of Dermatology, National Institute of Infectious Diseases Lazzaro Spallanzani, Rome, Italy
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Eser-Karlidag G, Chacon-Cruz E, Cag Y, Martinez-Orozco JA, Gudino-Solorio H, Cruz-Flores RA, Gonzalez-Rodriguez A, Martinez-Nieves D, Gomez-Zepeda M, Calderon-Suarez A, Çaşkurlu H, Cascio A, Fernandez R, Gonzales GM, Palma P, Popescu CP, Stebel R, Lakatos B, Nagy E, Lanzafame M, El-Kholy A, Tuncer B, Christova I, Krumova S, Barbosa AN, Escalera-Antezana JP, Castillo-Quino R, Gonzales-Flores CE, Moreira-Flores M, Batallanos-Huarachi MF, Gomez-Davila C, Baljic R, Vieceli T, Ariyo OE, Llobell MC, Gideon OO, Osborne A, Elbahr U, Bossi P, Tammaro A, Rodriguez-Morales AJ, Erdem H. Features of Mpox infection: The analysis of the data submitted to the ID-IRI network. New Microbes New Infect 2023; 53:101154. [PMID: 37260588 PMCID: PMC10227417 DOI: 10.1016/j.nmni.2023.101154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2023] Open
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Background Mpox is a rare zoonotic disease caused by the Mpox virus. On May 21, 2022, WHO announced the emergence of confirmed Mpox cases in countries outside the endemic areas in Central and West Africa. Methods This multicentre study was performed through the Infectious Diseases International Research Initiative network. Nineteen collaborating centres in 16 countries participated in the study. Consecutive cases with positive Mpoxv-DNA results by the polymerase chain reaction test were included in the study. Results The mean age of 647 patients included in the study was 34.5.98.6% of cases were males, 95.3% were homosexual-bisexual, and 92.2% had a history of sexual contact. History of smallpox vaccination was present in 3.4% of cases. The median incubation period was 7.0 days. The most common symptoms and signs were rashes in 99.5%, lymphadenopathy in 65.1%, and fever in 54.9%. HIV infection was present in 93.8% of cases, and 17.8% were followed up in the hospital for further treatment. In the two weeks before the rash, prodromal symptoms occurred in 52.8% of cases. The incubation period was 3.5 days shorter in HIV-infected Mpox cases with CD4 count <200/μL, we disclosed the presence of lymphadenopathy, a characteristic finding for Mpox, accompanied the disease to a lesser extent in cases with smallpox vaccination. Conclusions Mpox disseminates globally, not just in the endemic areas. Knowledge of clinical features, disease transmission kinetics, and rapid and effective implementation of public health measures are paramount, as reflected by our findings in this study.
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- Gulden Eser-Karlidag
- Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, University of Health Sciences Fethi Sekin City Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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- Clinica Especializada “CONDESA” Mexico City, Mexico & Research and Advisory, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, Istanbul Medeniyet University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, Istanbul Medeniyet University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Promotion Sciences, Maternal and Infant Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties - Infectious Disease Unit, Policlinico ‘P. Giaccone’, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, San Juan City Hospital, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, San Juan City Hospital, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, Centro Hospitalar Tamega e Sousa, Penafiel, Portugal
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- Dr.Victor Babes Clinical Hospital of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, University Hospital Brno and Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Czech Republic
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- National Institute of Hematology and Infectious Diseases, Budapest, Hungary
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- National Institute of Hematology and Infectious Diseases, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, University of Health Sciences Fethi Sekin City Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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- National Centre of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases, Sofia, Bulgaria
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- National Centre of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases, Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Njala University, Sierra Leone
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Bahrain Oncology Center, King Hamad University Hospital, Busaiteen, Bahrain
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- Grupo de Investigación Biomedicina, Faculty of Medicine, Fundacion Universitaria Autonoma de Las Americas-Institución Universitaria Visión de Las Américas, Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia
- Master of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Universidad Científica Del Sur, Lima, Peru
- Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Beirut, P.O. Box 36, Lebanon
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Tammaro A, Romano I, Parisella F, Persechino F, Persechino S. Retracted article A case of Koebner phenomenon in a patient with tattoo to lips. J COSMET LASER THER 2023; 25:15-16. [PMID: 27331422 DOI: 10.1080/14764172.2016.1197401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2015] [Revised: 05/16/2016] [Accepted: 05/30/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Statement of RetractionWe, the Editors and Publisher of the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy have retracted the following article:Antonella Tammaro, Irene Romano, Francesca Parisella, Flavia Persechino & Severino Persechino (2016) A case of Koebner phenomenon in a patient with tattoo to lips, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, DOI: 10.1080/14764172.2016.1197401Since publication of the accepted author version, authors have not responded to requests to submit corrections and approve proofs, preventing the final publication of the Version of Record (VoR).We have been informed in our decision-making by our policy on publishing ethics and integrity and the COPE guidelines on retractions. The retracted article will remain online to maintain the scholarly record, but it will be digitally watermarked on each page as 'Retracted'.
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- University of Towson Maryland, Premedical School of Medicine, towson, United States
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- S.Andrea Hospital, II Unit University of Rome, UOC Dermatology, NESMOS Department, rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Parisella FR, Volpe S, Greco E, De Marco G. Occupational dermatitis in a wood restorer with thiuram allergy. Int J Dermatol 2023. [PMID: 36880425 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.16634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 01/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Kulakowska KA, Cantisani C, Parisella FR, Scarabello A, Adebanjo GAR. Female genital mucosal lesions associated with COVID-19 vaccination: A brief review of the literature. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2023; 37:e143-e146. [PMID: 36310391 PMCID: PMC9874779 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department of DermatologySapienza University of RomeRomeItaly
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- NESMOS Department of DermatologySapienza University of RomeRomeItaly
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Pezzuto A, Chello C, Parisella FR, Erasmus HP, Colombo D, Nonno FD, Scarabello A. Cutaneous Basal Cell Carcinoma: Does Noninvasive Ventilation Accelerate Tumor Progression? Skinmed 2022; 20:463-465. [PMID: 36537684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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A 56-year-old woman presented to the emergency to be department with diarrhea, asthenia, cough, and dysgeusia. The patient had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and was found infected with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). On physical examination, a small basal cell carcinoma (BCC) lesion was identified on her scalp; however, following the administration of noninvasive ventilation, the appearance of both macroscopic and microscopic BCC worsened dramatically. Our findings point to positive pressure noninvasive ventilation used to treat COVID-19 associated with COPD as a possible causative agent for the progression of cutaneous BCC. (SKINmed. 2022;20:463-465).
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy;
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- Cardiovascular-Respiratory Science Department, Sant' Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Internal Medicine Department, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Pathology Unit, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Lazzaro Spallanzani-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Lazzaro Spallanzani-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Lazzaro Spallanzani-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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Martinez-Reviejo R, Tejada S, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Machado MC, Parisella FR, Campins M, Tammaro A, Rello J. Varicella-Zoster virus reactivation following severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 vaccination or infection: New insights. Eur J Intern Med 2022; 104:73-79. [PMID: 35931613 PMCID: PMC9340059 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejim.2022.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Varicella zoster virus (VZV) reactivation has been reported following vaccination for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), but the real extent remains unknown. METHODS We conducted a systematic review to summarize evidence of VZV reactivation or infection following SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. Episodes after coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) were also identified. Related articles were identified in PubMed and EMBASE databases till December 31, 2021 using the terms "varicella zoster" and "COVID-19″. PROSPERO Register Number: CRD42021289399. RESULTS The search revealed 314 articles, of which 55 met the inclusion criteria. VZV manifestations were documented in 179 (82.1%) subjects following SARS-CoV-2 vaccination and in 39 (17.9%) patients with COVID-19. Among the vaccinated, median (IQR) age was 56.5 (42-70) years, and 56.8% were female. Twenty-one (16.8%) were immunosuppressed. The median (IQR) latency time after vaccination was 6 (3-10) days, and 84.4% received mRNA vaccines. VZV reactivation occurred following a first dose (68.2%), a second dose (12.8%) or a booster (0.6%). The most important VZV manifestation was dermatome herpes zoster rash, which accounted for 86.4% of events in vaccinated subjects. Twenty patients (11.3%) presented serious VZV events after vaccination, with Herpes Zoster ophthalmicus (5.6%) and post-herpetic neuralgia (3.4%) predominating. No VZV pneumonia or deaths were recorded. Antiviral prescriptions were made in 96.2% of vaccinated subjects. No significant differences between vaccinated and infected subjects were found. CONCLUSION This study indicates that the occurrence of VZV reactivation is clinically relevant. However, our findings suggest that COVID-19 vaccination is safe, and remains strongly recommended.
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- Raquel Martinez-Reviejo
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica En Red de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica En Red de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Vall d'Hebron Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- NESMOS Department of Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica En Red de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain; Department of Medicine, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; Clinical Research, Department of Anesthesia, CHRU Nîmes, Nîmes, France.
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Tassinari R, Tammaro A, Lori G, Martinelli A, Cancemi L, Frassanito P, Montrucchio F, Maranghi F. P17-29 Development of innovative rodent models to mimic gender-affirming hormone therapies for hazard identification of transgender people: preliminary data. Toxicol Lett 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.toxlet.2022.07.639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Zollo V, Pezza M, Marco GD. Papular skin reaction after the administration of the Ad26Cov2-S vaccine. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:5336-5337. [PMID: 35810349 PMCID: PMC9349798 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2021] [Revised: 03/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Tammaro A, Alexander S, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Rello J, Ramirez-Estrada S. Coexisting Purpuric and Pseudo-Chilblain Lesions in COVID-19 Patients. Skinmed 2022; 20:155-158. [PMID: 35532774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy;
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- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Critical Care Department, Clínica Corachan, Barcelona, Spain
- Centro de Investigación Biomedica en Red de Enfermedades Respirorias (CIBERES), Instituto Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain
- Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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Scarabello A, Pulvirenti C, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Chello C, Tammaro A. Photodynamic therapy with 5 aminolaevulinic acid: a promising therapeutic option for the treatment of Hailey-Hailey Disease. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2022; 38:102794. [PMID: 35247621 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2022.102794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Revised: 02/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Alessandra Scarabello
- Dermatology Unit, National Institute of Infectious Diseases L. Spallanzani, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, National Institute of Infectious Diseases L. Spallanzani, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Magri F, Giordano D, Parisella FR, De Marco G. Ramsay Hunt Syndrome in an Epileptic Patient. Skinmed 2022; 20:76-77. [PMID: 35435831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS and Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy;
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- NESMOS and Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS and Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS and Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS and Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Cantisani C, Chello C, Adebanjo GAR, Lilli L, Farnetani F, Filippi C, Covelli E, Rogges E, Pellacani G. A Challenging Nodular Lesion of the Ear. Medicina (B Aires) 2022; 58:medicina58020269. [PMID: 35208592 PMCID: PMC8877636 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58020269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2021] [Revised: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 02/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Skin nodular lesion are really frequent, but rapidly growing ones needs to be quickly removed since they can hide really aggressive skin tumor. Among malignant lesion Merkel cell carcinoma arise. It is a rare neuroendocrine skin tumor highly aggressive, not easy to diagnose at first stage, since at first diagnosis it is already widespreading all over the body. In order to renew interest in this letal skin tumori is mandatory to remind high risk population which include elderly people, white skin, chronically exposed to UV immunocompromised. Our unhappy case was described to increase awareness on this kind of skin tumor, since new drug appeared in the market can give an hope to these patients.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00141 Rome, Italy; (A.T.); (C.C.); (G.A.R.A.); (E.C.)
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- UOC of Dermatology, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy; (F.F.); (G.P.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0649976930
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00141 Rome, Italy; (A.T.); (C.C.); (G.A.R.A.); (E.C.)
- Dermatology Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy
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- Biological Science Department, “Roma Tre” University, 00154 Rome, Italy;
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- UOC of Dermatology, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy; (F.F.); (G.P.)
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- ENT Department, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy;
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00141 Rome, Italy; (A.T.); (C.C.); (G.A.R.A.); (E.C.)
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- Pathology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy;
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- UOC of Dermatology, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Sapienza Medical School of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy; (F.F.); (G.P.)
- Dermatology Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy
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Pezzuto A, Tammaro A, Tonini G, Conforti G, Falangone F, Spuntarelli V, Teggi A, Pennica A. SARS-Cov-2 pneumonia and concurrent myelodysplasia complicated by Pseudomonas aeruginosa over-infection. J Virol Methods 2022; 300:114419. [PMID: 34896451 PMCID: PMC8660133 DOI: 10.1016/j.jviromet.2021.114419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The new virus called severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARSCov-2) causing Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread quickly in several countries and it has become pandemic. Different types of clinical manifestations are attributed to this infection. Some mechanisms related to the infection regarding the immune response are not still elucidated. Herein we reported a case of a 66-years-old patient affected by myelodysplasia who was referred to our hospital because of clinical and radiological manifestations of viral pneumonia. The clinical course has become complicated due to bacterial secondary over-infection by Pseudomonas aeruginosa during stay in internal medicine unit whilst a persistent positive oral and naso-pharyngeal swab test was reported up to 100 days of admission. The patient had a fast clinical and radiological worsening that led her to be admitted to an intensive care unit. Despite intubation and mechanical ventilation she died in a few days.
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- Aldo Pezzuto
- Cardiovascular-Respiratory Science Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital-Sapienza University, Via di Grottarossa, 1035/39, 00189, Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs [NESMOS], Sapienza University of Rome, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189, Rome, Italy.
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- Oncology Department, University Campus-Medico, via Alvaro Del Portillo, 00128, Roma, Italy.
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- Internal Medicine Department Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, 00189, Rome, Italy.
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- Internal Medicine Department Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, 00189, Rome, Italy.
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- Internal Medicine Department Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, 00189, Rome, Italy.
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- Infectious Disease Unit-S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
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- Infectious Disease Unit-S Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Luzi F, Scarabello A. The hair and nail manifestations of COVID-19. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:1339-1346. [PMID: 35032337 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Emerging literature evidence shows that the manifestations of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is the disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, encompass alterations of the pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and neurological system. Moreover, hematologic and dermatologic manifestations have been documented. The aim of this review is to summarize the dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19 involving the hair and nails in a narrative way. A total of 1136 patients have been reported to have de-novo hair loss following COVID-19. Notably, 958 patients experienced telogen effluvium (TE) (female/male ratio = 3,86:1), two female patients experienced anagen effluvium and 176 people had alopecia areata (female/male ratio of 19:3). Ten patients were reported to have ungual changes following the infection with the novel coronavirus: the individuals affected were 6 women and 4 men. COVID-19 can be associated to hair and ungual manifestations. This review summarizes the evidence regarding the hair and ungual manifestations of COVID-19, which could be harnessed to better understand the clinical implications and pathophysiology of this disease that has been burdening society globally since December 2019.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Chello C, Magri F, Sernicola A, Covelli E, Monini S, Barbara M. Cochlear Implant-Induced Contact Dermatitis. Skinmed 2021; 19:477-480. [PMID: 35022125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Antonella Tammaro
- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy;
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- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- ENT Clinic, NESMOS, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Karim D, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Chello C, Salih AF, Rello J. COVID-19 cutaneous manifestations in pediatric patients: 24 multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children and six Kawasaki disease cases. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 36:e180-e182. [PMID: 34807486 PMCID: PMC9011843 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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- A Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Cardiology Department, University Hospital of Sulaimani, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
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- Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain.,Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research, Barcelona, Spain.,CHRU Nîmes, Nîmes, France
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Chello C, Rello J, Ramirez-Estrada S. Bullous dermatosis on the hands following SARS-CoV-2 infection. Int J Dermatol 2021; 60:1042-1043. [PMID: 34152607 PMCID: PMC8444781 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Revised: 05/25/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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Biondo MI, Fiorentino C, Persechino S, Tammaro A, Koverech A, Bartolazzi A, Raffa S, Canzoni M, Picchianti-Diamanti A, Di Rosa R, Di Zenzo G, Scala E, Meneguzzi G, Ferlito C, Markovic M, Caporuscio S, Sorgi ML, Salemi S, Laganà B. May Bacterial Infections Trigger Bullous Pemphigoid? Case Report and Review of Literature. Microorganisms 2021; 9:microorganisms9061235. [PMID: 34200214 PMCID: PMC8229970 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms9061235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2021] [Revised: 05/29/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
Abstract
Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is an autoimmune blistering skin disease, mainly observed in the elderly. Infections have been suggested as possible disease triggers. However, infections may even heavily influence the disease clinical course and mortality. A 75-year-old woman was admitted to hospital for severe erythematosus blistering disease, accompanied by hyper-eosinophilia and hyper-IgE. The culture of bullous fluid was positive for Enterococcus faecalis, the blood culture was positive for Staphylococcus aureus, and the urine culture was positive for Proteus mirabilis and Escherichia coli. Moreover, circulating anti-BP180 IgG was present and the histopathological/ultrastructural examination of a lesional skin biopsy was compatible with BP. High eosinophil levels (up to 3170/µL) were found throughout the clinical course, while values below 1000/µL were associated with clinical improvement. The total IgE was 1273 IU/mL, and specific anti-G/V-penicillin/ampicillin IgE antibodies were positive. The patient had a complete clinical recovery in two months with methyl-prednisolone (40 then 20 mg/day) and low-dose azathioprine (50 mg/day) as a steroid-sparing agent. The steroid treatment was tapered until interruption during a one-year period and intravenous immunoglobulins have been administered for three years in order for azathioprine to also be interrupted. The patient stopped any treatment five years ago and, in this period, has always been in good health. In this case, the contemporaneous onset of different bacterial infections and BP is suggestive of bacterial infections acting as BP trigger(s), with allergic and autoimmune pathways contributing to the disease pathogenesis.
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- Michela Ileen Biondo
- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- UOD di Dermatologia, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (S.P.); (A.T.)
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- UOD di Dermatologia, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (S.P.); (A.T.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Istituto Dermopatico dell’Immacolata, 00167 Roma, Italy; (G.D.Z.); (E.S.)
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- Istituto Dermopatico dell’Immacolata, 00167 Roma, Italy; (G.D.Z.); (E.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
- Correspondence: (S.S.); (B.L.)
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Molecolare, Sapienza, Università di Roma, AOU S. Andrea, 00189 Roma, Italy; (M.I.B.); (C.F.); (A.K.); (A.B.); (S.R.); (M.C.); (A.P.-D.); (R.D.R.); (G.M.); (C.F.); (M.M.); (S.C.); (M.L.S.)
- Correspondence: (S.S.); (B.L.)
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, De Marco G, Rello J. Local reactions to the second dose of the BNT162 COVID-19 vaccine. Dermatol Ther 2021; 34:e15000. [PMID: 34031953 PMCID: PMC8209913 DOI: 10.1111/dth.15000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Department of NESMOS Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of NESMOS Dermatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Centro de Investigación Biomedica en Red de Enfermedades Respirorias (CIBERES), Instituto Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain.,Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.,Clinical Research, CHU Nîmes, Université Montpellier-Nimes, Nîmes, France
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Magri F, Parisella FR, Chello C, De Marco G. Local skin reaction to the AZD1222 vaccine in a patient who survived COVID-19. J Cosmet Dermatol 2021; 20:1965-1966. [PMID: 33969620 PMCID: PMC8242713 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Magri F, Parisella FR, De Marco G. Cutaneous reactions to bedbug bites. Int J Dermatol 2021; 61:e58-e59. [PMID: 33899212 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Revised: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Rello J, Tejada S, Campogiani L, Adebanjo AG, Tammaro A. Systemic infections associated with tattoos or permanent makeup: A systematic review. Med Clin (Barc) 2021; 158:159-166. [PMID: 33902933 DOI: 10.1016/j.medcli.2021.01.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2020] [Revised: 01/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION The aim of this article is to summarize published information on systemic infective complications of tattoos to gain an update of the current picture. METHODS A literature search was performed in PubMed database (2009-2019), and compared with a search without year restriction. Eligibility criteria were studies on systemic tattoo-related infections, including case reports, case series, outbreak investigations, reviews, and systematic reviews. RESULTS We identified 17 manuscripts with systemic infections between 2009 and 2019, with one reported fatality. In contrast to the historical records, no reports of systemic tuberculosis, syphilis or viral (hepatitis or HIV) infections were reported within the study period. A few sporadic cases or Mycobacterium leprae (India) or regional lymphadenopathy associated with skin lesions in non-tuberculosis mycobacteria were identified. Persistent fever with rigour was common in bacterial bloodstream infections. One episode of staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome and several episodes of septic shock were reported, associated with cellulitis or necrotizing fasciitis within two weeks of the procedure, predominantly caused by pyogenic bacteria (S. aureus or streptococcus). Identification of lung or systemic embolisms in the absence of local symptoms, was indicative of (right or left) infective endocarditis. CONCLUSIONS Bacterial bloodstream infections should be considered in subjects developing fever and rigour after tattoos, regardless of local symptoms. A shift in causative organisms has been documented, when comparing with historical reports. NTM are emerging organisms causing lymphadenopathy. Strict hygiene conditions are essential when performing a tattoo.
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- Jordi Rello
- CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain; Clinical Research, CHU Nîmes, University Montpellier-Nîmes, Nîmes, France
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- CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.
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- Clinical Infectious Disease, Department of System Medicine, Tor Vergata University, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Azienda Ospedaliera Sant'Andrea, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Azienda Ospedaliera Sant'Andrea, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Parisella FR, Reen P, Erasmus HP, Capalbo A, De Marco G. Violin spider: two car mechanic brothers bitten in Rome. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 35:e377-e379. [PMID: 33539559 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Revised: 01/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- A Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, OLD, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, OLD, Australia
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- Internal Medicine Department, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Erasmus HP, Chello C, Pezzuto A, Ramirez-Estrada S, Rello J. Transverse orange nail lesions following SARS-CoV-2 infection. Dermatol Ther 2020; 34:e14688. [PMID: 33340203 PMCID: PMC7883228 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Revised: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/16/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular-Respiratory Science, Sant'Andrea Hospital-Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Centro de Investigación Biomedica en Red de Enfermedades Respirorias (CIBERES), Instituto Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain.,Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.,Clinical Research, CHU Nîmes, Université Montpellier-Nimes, Nîmes, France
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Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Cittadini A, Luzi F, Tammaro A. A case of dermatitis artefacta during a pandemic. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e14235. [PMID: 32851742 PMCID: PMC7460987 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Revised: 08/19/2020] [Accepted: 08/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Consultation Liaison Psychiatric Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Parisella FR, Rello J, Del Nonno F, Scarabello A. Severe palmar hyperkeratosis and hematochezia in COVID-19. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e14423. [PMID: 33070420 PMCID: PMC7645852 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS, Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis, Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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Pezzuto A, Tammaro A, Tonini G, Ciccozzi M. COPD influences survival in patients affected by COVID-19, comparison between subjects admitted to an internal medicine unit, and subjects admitted to an intensive care unit: An Italian experience. J Med Virol 2020; 93:1239-1241. [PMID: 33026657 PMCID: PMC7675494 DOI: 10.1002/jmv.26585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2020] [Revised: 10/04/2020] [Accepted: 10/05/2020] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Aldo Pezzuto
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences Department, Sant' Andrea Hospital-Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences Mental Health and Sensory Organs [NESMOS], Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Oncology Department, Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Chello C, Sernicola A, Luzi F, De Marco G, Raffa S. A peculiar adverse reaction to blue pigment tattoo. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020; 19:2401-2403. [PMID: 32428331 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2020] [Revised: 03/18/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
Abstract
The practice of tattooing dates back to 5000 years ago and is currently constantly growing. The most common pigment associated with tattoo complications is the red one. Another pigment, which could be associated with adverse reactions, even if less frequently than red, is blue. Traditionally, blue pigment contains cobalt, which causes allergic reactions. Here, we report a case of blue pigment granulomatous reaction in a 37-year-old male patient.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Ultrastructural Pathology Lab, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Pezzuto A, Rello J. Cutaneous manifestations in COVID-19: the experiences of Barcelona and Rome. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2020; 34:e306-e307. [PMID: 32330340 PMCID: PMC7267234 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.16530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 96] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- A Tammaro
- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Cardiovascular-Respiratory Science Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Centro de Investigación Biomedica en Red de Enfermedades Respirorias (CIBERES), Instituto Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain.,Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia and Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.,Clinical Research, CHU Nîmes, Université Montpellier-Nimes, Nîmes, France
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Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, Magri F, Sernicola A, Gagliostro N, Parisella FR, Tarquini F, Wappner G. Bullous dermatitis caused by common juniper. Contact Dermatitis 2020; 83:529-531. [PMID: 32712995 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2020] [Revised: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Queensland University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Environmental Biology and Botany Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Chello C, Sernicola A, Magri F, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Scarabello A, Pezzuto A, Ramirez-Estrada S, Rello J. Necrotic acral lesions and lung failure in a fatal case of COVID-19. Australas J Dermatol 2020; 61:e467-e468. [PMID: 32671827 PMCID: PMC7404371 DOI: 10.1111/ajd.13400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department, Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Department of Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, National Institute for Infectious Diseases 'Lazzaro Spallanzani'-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Cardiovascular-Respiratory Science Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital-Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical Research/Epidemiology in Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.,Centro de Investigaciòn Biomedica en Red de Enfermedades Respirorias (CIBERES), Instituto Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain.,Clinical Research, CHU, Université Montepellier-Nimes, Nimes, France
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Chello C, Zollo V, Daniele A, Signati FM, Gelormini E, Parisella FR, Luzi F, De Marco G. Occupational dermatitis artefacta: a clinical case in a flight attendant. Clin Ter 2020; 171:e288-e290. [PMID: 32614359 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2020.2229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
Dermatitis artefacta is a psychosomatic disorder characterized by cutaneous lesions that are self-inflicted by the patient, apparently due to itchy sensation. Usually, the patient denies any direct involvement with this condition and is rarely conscious of the underlying psychosomatic etiology. Authors report a case of a flight assistant with hypertrophic scars, symmetrically located on both upper arms. She referred chronic itchy sensation localized at the site where lesions were present; she referred relief only through continuous and forceful scratching. Considering the clinical history and after excluding other dermatological disorders, the diagnosis of dermatitis artefacta was made.
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- A Tammaro
- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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- Medical student biologist, Sapienza University of Rome
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- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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- Medical student biologist, Sapienza University of Rome
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- Medical student biologist, Sapienza University of Rome
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- Medical student, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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- Dermatology Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Sant'Andrea General Hospital, Rome
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Sernicola A, Chello C, Cerbelli E, Adebanjo GAR, Parisella FR, Pezzuto A, Luzi F, De Marco G, Rello J, Tammaro A. Treatment of nasal bridge ulceration related to protective measures for the COVID-19 epidemic. Int Wound J 2020; 17:1520-1522. [PMID: 32379379 PMCID: PMC7267328 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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- Alvise Sernicola
- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Department of Odontostomatology and Maxillofacial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Respiratory Science Department, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical Research/Epidemiology In Pneumonia & Sepsis (CRIPS), Vall d'Hebron Institut of Research (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Persechino S, Bartolazzi A, Persechino F, Tammaro A, Valente S, Raffa S, Visco V, Torrisi MR. Remission of Kimura Disease With Carotid Hypervascularization After Cyclosporine Treatment. Dermatol Pract Concept 2020; 10:e2020030. [PMID: 32363093 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1002a30] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/06/2019] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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- Histopathology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.,Ultrastructural Pathology Laboratory, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.,Ultrastructural Pathology Laboratory, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.,Ultrastructural Pathology Laboratory, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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Chello C, Magri F, Giordano D, Persechino F, Tammaro A, Persechino S. Reed syndrome: A case report and dermatoscopic features. J Cosmet Dermatol 2019; 19:2144-2146. [PMID: 31872950 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2019] [Revised: 11/15/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Camilla Chello
- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, Dermatology Unit, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Iacovino C, Zollo V, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus and allergic contact dermatitis: A significant association. J Cosmet Dermatol 2019; 18:1935-1937. [PMID: 30864217 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.12915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2019] [Revised: 01/31/2019] [Accepted: 02/07/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (LSA) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease of unknown etiology. It mainly affects the anogenital area, while the extragenital involvement is uncommon. It manifests as pale, ivory-colored lesions and partially atrophic skin. We report a case of a woman presenting to our department with LSA lesions at the level of the armpit. Furthermore, the patient was allergic to nickel sulfate and balsam of Peru. We assume the presence of an association between nickel allergy and onset of LSA.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Chello C, Magri F, Gelormini E, Parisella FR, Daniele A, Signati F, Persechino S, Raffa S. Atypical koebner phenomenon on a tattoo. J Cosmet Dermatol 2019; 19:1205-1207. [PMID: 31502739 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2019] [Revised: 08/02/2019] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
Tattooing is more and more popular in developed countries in recent years and many side effects are associated with this practice, including psoriatic lesions and Koebner phenomenon. We report the case of a lichenoid reaction to red pigment in a patient affected by psoriasis.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Ultrastructural Pathology Lab, Sapienza University, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Chello C, Sernicola A, Lampitelli S, Cassiani F, Liverani ME. Ecthyma gangrenosum in a 7-year-old girl: Is it a sign of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia? Int Wound J 2019; 16:1575-1576. [PMID: 31475455 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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- Antonella Tammaro
- NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department, "Sapienza" University of Rome - Dermatology, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Iacovino C, Magri F, Capalbo A, Giordano D, Parisella Francesca R, Persechino S, Chello C, De Marco GD. Tridimensional Matryoshka Tattoo: An Important. Acta Dermatovenerol Croat 2019; 27:198-199. [PMID: 31542068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
Abstract
Dear Editor, Tattooing is a global and ancient practice that has endured until the present day. It was originally used to indicate religious beliefs, tribal affiliation, loyalty to a leader, or had a therapeutic function. Adverse reactions from tattooing are common, and cutaneous reactions to red pigment have been widely reported (1,2). Herein we report a case of a 30-year-old female patient admitted to our Department of Dermatology for a reaction to a tattoo localized at the violet and black areas of the tattoo on the upper part of her left leg. The patient reported that the tattoo had been made two years earlier, but the cutaneous alterations appeared after she decided to change the color from pink to violet. On physical examination, multiple erythematous nodular itching lesions were present at the areas of the tattoo in which the violet and black color were used (Figure 1). She had undergone antibiotic therapy without resolution after which topical corticosteroids were applied with temporary remission of signs and symptoms. Personal and familial medical history were negative. The patient reported a jewelry allergy that had never been investigated. Based on the suspicion of an allergic reaction we decided to execute a patch test SIDAPA series and patch test special tattoo series (copper sulfate 1% water, dimetilaminoazobenzene-p 1%, aminoazotoluene-o 1%, blue scattered 3 1%, blue scattered 124 1%, yellow scattered 3 1%, orange scattered 3 1%, red scattered 1 1%, gentian violet 2%, cadmium chloride 1% in water, nickel sulphate 5%, iron chloride 2% in water, potassium dichromate 0.5%, chromium trichloride 2%, aminoazobenzene-p 0.25%, cobalt chloride 1%, aluminum chloride 2%, titanium dioxide 0.1%, zinc 2.5%, mercury chloride 0.05% in water, kathon cg 0.01% in water, phenol 0.5%, ethylenediamine hydrochloride1%, phenylenediamine base-p 1%, formaldehyde 1% in water, phthalic anhydride 1%, rosin 20%, dibutyl phthalate 5%, hexamethylenetetramine 1%, benzophenone 5%). Both series of patch test showed positivity for nickel sulfate 5% at 48 hours (++) and 72 hours (+++). We then performed a 4 mm punch biopsy of the nodular lesions localized at the black and violet areas. The histological examination revealed dermal sclerosis characterized by inflammatory reaction with lympho-mononuclear infiltration in the perivasal zone. Macrophages with red and black pigment were present. The histological pattern was compatible with a granulomatous reaction. Tattooing can result in a wide variety of complications, whose prevalence and incidence still remain unclear. Some authors (3) classify such cutaneous complications in various ways, such as according to: - the length of their evolution: acute and chronic reactions; - the delay of onset after tattooing: early - during the healing phase - or delayed - after tattoo healing; - the type of reaction: infection, hypersensitivity reaction, etc. The practice of tattooing may have local or systemic complications. Dermatoses such as psoriasis, systemic erythematous lupus, sarcoidosis, lichen planus, and pseudo-epitheliomatous hyperplasia can be localized in the area of the tattoo, but allergic sensitivity to one of the pigments is the most frequent cause of dermatological reactions in the site of tattoo (4,5). In fact, adverse reactions to tattoo pigments, especially the red one, are well-described in literature. Furthermore, these compounds frequently contain components which are not systematically characterized. In our case, the granulomatous reaction did not correspond to an allergic reaction to the pigment. In fact, the patch test was negative for all pigments investigated, only showing a positive result for nickel sulfate. However, the specific and well-defined localization of the nodular lesions on the black and violet areas led us to hypothesize that the tattoo pigments in these areas contained some unknown component causing the reaction. In our opinion, a possible explanation could be that the new pigment that had been used contained a small amount of nickel sulfate, which caused the granulomatous reaction. In conclusion, we presented this clinical case to emphasize the widespread incidence of tattoo-related adverse effects, which are mostly caused by red pigment. Dermatologists should constantly strive familiarize themselves with current research on this practice and its complications. On the other hand, people with potential risk factors for adverse reactions should refer to a specialist before getting tattoos. Tattooists should use a checklist and informed consent to screen people with such potential risk factors. Furthermore, it is necessary to perform additional studies concerning ink and pigment components, with the aim of systemically characterizing the substances used in tattoos. Lastly, as emphasized by our case, patients at risk should referred to the dermatologist not only before getting a new tattoo but also in case of color changes in a pre-existing tattoo.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Antonella Tammaro, MD, PhD, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Dermatology Unit, Sapienza, University of Rome, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy;
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Tammaro A, Chello C, Magri F, Iacovino C, Sernicola A, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Fish tank granuloma: A peculiar case in a fish tank dealer. Int Wound J 2019; 16:1059-1060. [DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2019] [Accepted: 04/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS, Sant'Andrea HospitalSapienza University of Rome Rome Italy
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Tammaro A, Caro G, Parisella FR, Magri F, Giordano D, Pigliacelli F, Persechino S. Acne keloidalis nuchae in a Caucasian young man. GIORN ITAL DERMAT V 2019; 154:360-361. [PMID: 31001968 DOI: 10.23736/s0392-0488.17.05734-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy -
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sense Organs (NESMOS), Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Chello C, Giordano D, Parisella F, De Marco G, Persechino S. A successful topical treatment for cutaneous inflammatory diseases: an additional or alternative therapy to topical steroids. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2019; 51:129-130. [DOI: 10.23822/eurannaci.1764-1489.79] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- A. Tammaro
- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, NESMOS Department, S. Andrea Hospital, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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Persechino S, Toniolo C, Ciccola A, Serafini I, Tammaro A, Postorino P, Persechino F, Serafini M. A new high-throughput method to make a quality control on tattoo inks. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc 2019; 206:547-551. [PMID: 30179798 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2018.08.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2018] [Revised: 08/01/2018] [Accepted: 08/20/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
Abstract
Nowadays, practice of tattooing is very common worldwide and, along with this increasing trend, there is also an increased risk of adverse reactions to tattoo pigments that are well known and described in literature. Previous studies have reported that cutaneous and allergic reactions to a particular pigment can manifest in several ways (allergic contact dermatitis and photo-allergic dermatitis). In this paper, a new high-throughput method is presented, in order to achieve a new system for the quality control on tattoo inks based on chromatographic-spectroscopic approach. The samples, twenty-one tattoo inks and three permanent makeup, comprised the following colors: black inks, yellow, blue, green, white, pink and various shades of red (pigment that gives many allergic responses) were analyzed through the combination of chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, the HPTLC-Raman. In particular, Raman technique has been chosen because of its high sensitivity towards the inorganic and organic pigments, main constituents of tattoo inks. Moreover, the advantage of this hyphenated technique is to overcome the problem of analysing the complex mixture of tattoo inks, allowing to obtain a Raman spectrum of each single component, isolated by chromatographic separation. This approach aims at developing a powerful instrument to establish the nature of tattoo inks and substances that could be cause adverse reactions in tattooed patients.
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- S Persechino
- NESMOS Department - Dermatology Unit of S. Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Environmental Biology, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Chemistry, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Chemistry, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- NESMOS Department - Dermatology Unit of S. Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Physics, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Environmental Biology, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
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Tammaro A, Muscianese M, Chello C, Parisella F, Persechino S, Goebel C, Gaspari A. Cross-elicitation responses to 2-methoxymethyl-p-phenylenediamine in p-phenylenediamine highly allergic volunteers using allergy alert test: the Italian experience. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2019; 51:62-67. [DOI: 10.23822/eurannaci.1764-1489.82] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- A. Tammaro
- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Toxicology Department, Coty Professional Beauty, Darmstadt, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Pigliacelli F, Gelormini E, Parisella Francesca R, Chello C, Persechino S. Allergic Contact Dermatitis to a Cell Phone. Acta Dermatovenerol Croat 2018; 26:339-340. [PMID: 30665487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Dear Editor, Nickel is a ubiquitous allergen and an important cause of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). Sensitized patients generally develop a localized eruption after cutaneous exposure to nickel, characterized by erythema, vesicles, eczematous plaques, and itching. Nickel is frequently found in several everyday objects. It is used in numerous industrial and consumer products, including stainless steel, magnets, metal plating, coinage, and special alloys, and is therefore almost impossible to completely avoid in daily life (1). This metal may be found in a wide variety of items, such as jewelry, belt buckles, buttons, glasses, coins, and keys. More recently, items such as mobile phones, laptop computers, video game controllers, and other technological accessories have also been identified as a source of nickel. The use of mobile phones has risen exponentially in recent decades. Nickel has been detected in cell phones, and reports of contact dermatitis due to metals contained in cell phones are present in the literature (2,3). Allergic contact dermatitis to a mobile phone was first described in 2000, when Pazzaglia et al. reported two cases of nickel allergy due to mobile phone use (4). In addition to nickel, cobalt, which is frequently used in hard metal alloys and observed to be present in mobile phones, is a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis (5). Herein we present a case of allergic contact dermatitis, possibly caused by the use of a mobile phone. A 38-year-old woman was admitted to our Department of Dermatology for the presence of a pruritic eczematous solitary lesion on the face. At physical investigation, we observed the presence of confluent erythematous and squamous plaques localized at the pre-auricular and auricular region of the left ear. These lesions varied in size from 1 to 4 cm (Figure 1). As reported by the patient, the symptoms had been present for 6 months. No other cutaneous diseases or photodermatoses were reported. As reported by the patient during the anamnestic interview, she worked as a manager for a big commercial company and used to spend many hours per day using her cell phone. She had a familiar history of atopic dermatitis and a personal history of metal allergy. A patch test SIDAPA series was performed (Table 1). After 48 hours, the patch was removed and a preliminary reading of the skin was done. The final reading was performed after 72 hours from the patch application. The test was positive for nickel sulfate (++ after 48 hours and +++ after 72 hours) and for cobalt chloride (+ after 48 hours and ++ after 72 hours). We also performed a patch test Metal series (Table 2), which was negative at 48 and 72 hours. Based on the patch test results and the information revealed by the patient, we hypothesized a triggering role of the cell phone to the onset of the pre-auricular dermatitis. This hypothesis stems from the literature regarding cases of dermatitis due to allergenic metals contained in cell phones. Oral antihistamines and topical steroids were prescribed to treat the eczematous plaques. After one week of therapy, a partial improvement of the skin condition was observed. In line with our hypothesis of a causal role of the cell phone, our patient's dermatitis completely disappeared when her usual auricular contact with her mobile phone was avoided. Following our suggestion, the patient started to use the speakerphone when needed. Six months later, she had a complete remission of the cutaneous lesions and did not present recurrences of the auricular dermatitis. Dermatologists should be aware that mobile phone dermatitis is an emerging phenomenon, especially among young adults and adolescents. Despite efforts to control the presence of allergen metals in phones, many phones present levels of metals such as nickel and cobalt, known to induce allergic contact dermatitis. In conclusion, it is important to suspect this diagnosis in case of patients with dermatitis of the face, neck, hands, or auricular region, especially when the lesions are unilateral. Patch test for common metal allergens may be helpful for diagnosis.
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- Antonella Tammaro
- Prof. Antonella Tammaro, MD, Sant'Andrea Hospital Sanienza University of Rome, via di Grottarossa 1089, 00100 Roma, Italy;
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