Publications by authors named "Hoshiko Furusawa"
Polyarteritis nodosa diagnosed in a young male after COVID-19 vaccine: A case report.
Mod Rheumatol Case Rep
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- The COVID-19 vaccine was quickly developed and shown to be effective, but some adverse effects, including autoimmune diseases, have been reported.
- A case study is discussed involving a 32-year-old male who developed polyarteritis nodosa after vaccination, showing symptoms like limb pain and fever.
- A skin biopsy confirmed severe inflammation in the arteries, and the patient's condition improved with corticosteroid treatment, highlighting the need for further investigation into potential vaccine-related autoimmune responses.
A 25-year-old man accidentally fell from a cliff and hit his right flank on the ground while camping. Initially, he was able to barely walk, but he ultimately became unable to walk at all due to severe flank pain. He had no remarkable personal or family history and was a social drinker.
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