Drug-induced photosensitivity
Photosensitivity due to amiodarone affecting the nose and lids
Keywords: Amiodarone-induced photosensitive rash, Bilateral lower eyelid oedema, Erythema, Eyelid, Nose, Peeling, Photosensitising medication, Skin eruption secondary to radiation exposure, Skin of colour
What is drug-induced photosensitivity?
Drug-induced photosensitivity (DIP) is a common adverse drug reaction resulting in a cutaneous eruption after exposure to visible or ultraviolet (UV) radiation in patients taking topical or systemic photosensitising medications.
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