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Azathioprine-Induced Pellagra in a Child With Autoimmune Hepatitis: A Case Report and Literature Review Publisher



Abtahinaeini B1, 2 ; Rajabi P3 ; Dehghani S4
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  1. 1. Pediatric Dermatology Division of Department of Pediatrics, Imam Hossein Children's Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Skin Diseases and Leishmaniasis Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Department of Pathology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  4. 4. School of medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Source: Clinical Case Reports Published:2021


Abstract

Pellagra is a clinical syndrome resulting from niacin deficiency with variety of manifestations. Azathioprine is among drugs that can lead to such condition. Physicians should be aware as proper management can lead to full resolution. © 2021 The Authors. Clinical Case Reports published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.