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Dermatosis due to Methamphetamine Use: A Case Report

Ali Erdoğan
Müge Topcuoğlu
Pages
157–159
Publication Date
2022-10-11
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The results of this case report highlight the need for further research on the side effects of METH use.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Methamphetamine (METH) is a widely abused psychomotor stimulant, and its use is increasing.
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Key Findings & Data:In this case report, we present a 26-year-old male patient with itchy and red skin lesions on the face that developed after METH use.
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Conclusion & Impact:The results of this case report highlight the need for further research on the side effects of METH use.
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Methamphetamine (METH) is a widely abused psychomotor stimulant, and its use is increasing. Although serious side effects have been reported in METH users, reports of cutaneous side effects are rare in the literature. In this case report, we present a 26-year-old male patient with itchy and red skin lesions on the face that developed after METH use. We recommend that clinicians be careful about sudden skin lesions that develop after the use of METH. The results of this case report highlight the need for further research on the side effects of METH use.

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Erdoğan, A., Topcuoğlu, M. (2022). Dermatosis due to Methamphetamine Use: A Case Report. Addicta: The Turkish Journal on Addictions, Cilt: 8 - Sayı: 2, 157–159. https://ajindex.com/articles/428279

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