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Mesalazine-induced eosinophilic glossitis and hypereosinophilia in a patient with ulcerative colitis

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Subtitle:a case report and review of literature

A 74-year-old male, with a four-year history of ulcerative colitis (UC) treated with mesalazine, presented with episodic cheek and progressive tongue swelling respectively since 27 months. History revealed nocturnal sweating, difficulties swallowing solid food, loss of appetite and weight. There was no fever or atopy.

Journal: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology
ISSN: 0926-9959
Issue: 7
Volume: 35
Pages: e462-e464
Publication year:2021
Keywords:5-aminosalicylic acid, Eosinophilia, Mesalazine, Ulcerative colitis, eosinophilic glossitis, hypersensitivity
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IOF-keylabel:yes
BOF-publication weight:3
Authors:Regional
Authors from:Higher Education
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