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Daspsone Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
PA Sarojini, S Abraham, B.K.H Nair
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How to cite this article: Sarojini P A, Abraham S, Nair B. Daspsone Induced Peripheral Neuropathy. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1988;54:207-208 |
Copyright: (C)1988 Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology
Abstract
A 24 year old lady being treated with 300 mg of dapsone daily for dermatitits herpetiformis, developed weakness and wasting of muscles of feet with claw hand deformity and t drop, 2 months tater. Neurological examination and nerve conduction studies conformed the presence of a peripheral motor neuropathy. Dapsone was discontinued and the patient was treated with cotrimatoxazole, gluten-free diet and supportive therapy. This satisfactorily controlled the dermatological lesion without adversely affecting the resolution of her neuropthy. Symptomatic improvement reported by the patient was confirmed by EMG and nerve conduction studies.Fulltext Views
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