Cutaneous Manifestations of Chikungunya Fever.
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2012-01
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Chikungunya fever, a re-emerging RNA viral infection produces different
cutaneous manifestations in children compared to adults. 52 children with
chikungunya fever, confirmed by positive IgM antibody test were seen during 2009-
2010. Pigmentary lesions were common (27/52) followed by vesiculobullous
lesions (16/52) and maculopapular lesions (14/52). Vesiculobullous lesions were
most common in infants, although rarely reported in adults. Psoriasis was
exacerbated in 4 children resulting in more severe forms. In 2 children, guttate
psoriasis was observed for the first time.
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Chikungunya, Cutaneous Manifestations, India, Skin, Viral infection
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Seetharam K A, Sridevi K, Vidyasagar P. Cutaneous Manifestations of Chikungunya Fever. Indian Pediatrics. 2012 January; 49(1): 51-53.