Type II hypersensitivity and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole

Abstract

Type II hypersensitivity reaction is an unusual response to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.We discuss a case of rash and pancytopenia immediately following the use of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole in an adolescent female.

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Shelby Allen, Sean Ervin

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  • EP ID EP223877
  • DOI 10.17511
  • Views 138
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Shelby Allen, Sean Ervin (2016). Type II hypersensitivity and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research, 3(3), 196-198. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-223877