Dyshidrotic-like spongiotic dermatitis after intravenous immunoglobulin therapy

J Drugs Dermatol. 2003 Jun;2(3):337-41.

Abstract

Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy has been used to treat a variety of immune mediated disorders. Cutaneous reactions to IVIG are rare and have only been anecdotally described. We describe three cases with dyshidrotic-like biopsy proven spongiotic dermatitis after administration of IVIG. These three cases may highlight an uncommon and rarely reported side effect of IVIG.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Eczema / chemically induced*
  • Eczema / pathology
  • Eczema, Dyshidrotic / chemically induced*
  • Eczema, Dyshidrotic / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunization, Passive / adverse effects*
  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous / adverse effects
  • Male
  • Middle Aged

Substances

  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous