Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis

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Rare skin eruption characterized by acute formation of pustules filled with NEUTROPHILS, fever, and peripheral blood LEUKOCYTOSIS. Most cases are associated with the use of antibiotics (e.g., BETA-LACTAMS).

Synonyms: Pustulosis, Exanthematous, Acute Generalized, Acute Localized Exanthematous Pustulosis, Pustulosis, Exanthematous, Acute Localized, Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis, Acute Generalised Exanthematous Pustulosis