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Multiple myeloma is a malignant proliferation of plasma cells that typically occurs in older individuals and is characterized by anemia, renal failure, bone pain, lytic lesions, and a monoclonal gammopathy. This disease is associated with significant morbidity and mortality.
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Medula Óssea/patologia , Mieloma Múltiplo/diagnóstico , Mieloma Múltiplo/terapia , Idoso , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Biópsia por Agulha , Análise Química do Sangue , Terapia Combinada , Humanos , Masculino , Prognóstico , Medição de Risco , Índice de Gravidade de DoençaRESUMO
Anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome is a systemic illness that presents most commonly as a triad of fever, rash, and lymphadenopathy in a patient exposed to one or more of the aromatic antiepileptic drugs (phenytoin, phenobarbital, and carbamazepine). Although generally self-limited, the syndrome may be life-threatening, particularly among patients who develop severe cutaneous eruptions or hepatitis. Early recognition of the syndrome is essential, as immediate discontinuation of the offending antiepileptic agent is the most important step in improving outcome. We present a case of anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome in a patient with a previous history of Hodgkin's lymphoma.