Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis

Rare skin eruption characterized by acute formation of pustules filled with NEUTROPHILS, fever, and peripheral blood LEUKOCYTOSIS. Most cases are associated with the use of antibiotics (e.g., BETA-LACTAMS).

Also Known As:

Acute Localized Exanthematous Pustulosis; Pustulosis, Exanthematous, Acute Generalized; Pustulosis, Exanthematous, Acute Localized; Acute Generalised Exanthematous Pustulosis

Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
- Skin Diseases: 13127
  - Dermatitis: 9899
    - Drug Eruptions: 1612
      - Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis: 542
Immune System Diseases: 4321
- Hypersensitivity: 76867
  - Delayed Hypersensitivity: 3378
    - Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis: 542
Chemically-Induced Disorders: 2
- Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions: 13596
  - Drug Hypersensitivity: 1536
    - Drug Eruptions: 1612
      - Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis: 542

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