Delayed-type hypersensitivity skin reaction to Covid-19 vaccine

J Family Med Prim Care. 2021 Oct;10(10):3908-3909. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_361_21. Epub 2021 Nov 5.

Abstract

Delayed-Type Hypersensitivity Skin Reaction following the Moderna mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine. This case is an unusually prolonged presentation of skin rash following vaccination for the novel COVID-19 virus. This case is clinically significant as it highlights an uncommon but not contraindicated potential side effect and details appropriate medical management. This case highlights that while potentially distressing patients who experience this side effect should be offered reassurance and conservative treatment.

Keywords: COVID-19; Hypersensitivity Reaction; Injection Reaction; Skin Rash.

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  • Case Reports