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PubMed2004

[A case of rhabdomyolysis associated with Kaposi's varicelliform eruption].

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption is a common disease for dermatologists. In general, it is caused by Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) infection to skin which is affected by atopic dermatitis. There are some case reports which document a relationship between rhabdomyolysis and virus infection, in those cases, the major pathogenic virus of rhabdomyolysis is a influenza virus. It is exceedingly rare that rhabdomyolysis is caused by Herpes simplex virus. We introduce a case of rhabdomyolysis associated with Kaposi's varicelliform eruption induced by HSV-1. It was localized in the iliopsoas muscles. Since severe rhabdomyolysis may induce fatal acute renal failure, it is important to recognize that rhabdomyolysis can complicate Herpes simplex virus infection.

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PubMed2004

Kaposi varicelliform eruption associated with 0.1% tacrolimus ointment treatment in atopic blepharitis.

OBJECTIVE: To report the association of Kaposi varicelliform eruption (KVE) with 0.1% tacrolimus ointment treatment of atopic blepharitis in a patient with atopic dermatitis (AD). METHOD: We encountered KVE in a 20-year-old male patient with atopic blepharitis and AD who developed generalized herpetic lesions on his face 28 days after commencement of treatment. RESULT: The lesions resolved quickly with intravenous acyclovir treatment. CONCLUSION: Ophthalmologists should be well aware of KVE as a complication of immunosuppressive treatment in patients with atopic blepharitis.

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PubMed2005

A case of Kaposi varicelliform eruption in Darier-White disease.

Darier-White disease (DWD), otherwise known as keratosis follicularis, is a rare disorder of keratinization of the epidermis, mucous membranes, and nails. It is autosomal dominant in transmission. Patients with DWD are prone to frequent superinfection including the rare complication of Kaposi varicelliform eruption. It is postulated that a defect in cell-mediated immunity may contribute to this predisposition.

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PubMed1978

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption in mycosis fungoides.

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption, caused by herpes simplex type 1, developed in a patient with mycosis fungoides four days after initiation of photochemotherapy with methoxsalen plus long-wave ultraviolet light (PUVA). He had a history of recurrent localized herpes infection. Vidarabine (adenine arabinoside) was used as treatment. Rechallenge with PUVA did not provoke another herpes infection. Kaposi's varicelliform eruption is rare in mycosis fungoides. Vidarabine may prove to be useful in the treatment of widespread herpes simplex.

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PubMed2005

Psoriasis herpeticum: three cases of Kaposi's varicelliform eruption in psoriasis.

BACKGROUND: Kaposi's varicelliform eruption (KVE), first described in 1887 by Moritz Kaposi, refers to a disseminated cutaneous infection with herpesvirus type 1 or 2, vaccinia virus, or coxsackievirus A16 in a patient with another underlying dermatosis. When herpesvirus type 1 or 2 is the pathogenic virus, the term "eczema herpeticum" is used, independent of the underlying dermatologic diagnosis that preceded the eruption. KVE is most often seen in patients with underlying atopic dermatitis, but has also been seen in association with other papulosquamous and acantholytic disorders. However, eczema herpeticum rarely occurs in patients with psoriasis. OBSERVATIONS: We present the clinical and laboratory findings of three patients in whom KVE developed during inpatient hospitalization for a psoriatic flare. These patients each had comorbidities that may have increased susceptibility to KVE. CONCLUSIONS: KVE may rarely occur in patients with psoriasis. Erythroderma, systemic sepsis, therapy with immunosuppressant drugs, such as methotrexate and systemic steroids, and therapy with systemic retinoids may possibly increase susceptibility to KVE.

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PubMed2004

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption in association with rosacea.

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption is characterized by disseminated vesiculopustules and erosions caused by a herpes virus infection superimposed on a pre-existing dermatosis. The eruption usually occurs in individuals with atopic dermatitis or other pre-existing dermatosis such as Darier's disease, pemphigus foliaceus, mycosis fungoides, Sezary syndrome, benign familial pemphigus, ichthyosis vulgaris, second-degree burns, multiple myeloma, and Grover's disease. We report here a new case of Kaposi's varicelliform eruption in a 38-year-old woman with rosacea. To our knowledge, this is the first case of Kaposi's varicelliform eruption associated with rosacea to be reported.

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PubMed1995

Revisit to Kaposi's varicelliform eruption: role of IL-4.

BACKGROUND: Kaposi's varicelliform eruption (KVE) is characterized by disseminated cutaneous eruptions usually caused by infection with herpes simplex virus (HSV). Kaposi's varicelliform eruption is commonly observed among patients with atopic dermatitis (AD). Why AD patients are prone to HSV infections is still an enigma. Recent findings suggest that an increased number of IL-4-secreting cells can be cloned from lesions of AD. Because IL-4 is a known Th1 cell inhibitor, theoretically, by inhibiting the Th1 cells, it could downregulate the immune response against HSV. In this study, we have evaluated the role of IL-4 on HSV replication. METHODS: Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) from 10 HSV seronegative and five seropositive healthy individuals were stimulated with PHA, recall antigen (tetanus toxoid), and HSV antigen in combination with IL-4 and anti-IL-4. Supernatants were assessed for interferon (IFN) gamma, IL-4 by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and for anti-HSV effect. Anti-HSV effect was assessed by measuring inhibition of the cytopathic effect (CPE) of HSV on a Vero cell line. RESULTS: Both seropositive and seronegative groups showed significant inhibition of IFN-gamma secretion with addition of IL-4 (P < .001, Wilcoxon rank sum test) and this effect could be neutralized by anti-IL-4. There was a direct relationship between the IFN-gamma concentration and the HSV cytopathic effect and an inverse relationship between IL-4 concentration and HSV CPE: CONCLUSIONS: This study provides evidence that IL-4 can enhance HSV infection. Therefore, it is conceivable that patients with conditions of increased activity of IL-4, as in AD, would be prone to extensive forms of HSV infection.

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PubMed2000

Kaposi's varicelliform eruption in a patient with healing peribucal dermabrasion.

Kaposi varicelliform eruption (KVE) is the name given to a distinct cutaneous eruption caused by Herpesvirus hominis types 1 and 2, vaccinia virus, or coxsackie A16 virus, superimposed on a preexisting dermatosis. A delay in diagnosing this condition may result in intense pain and rapid spread of the cutaneous lesions. We report a patient who underwent perioral dermabrasion for wrinkles who developed KVE secondary to herpes simplex virus infection.

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