Abstract
We describe a case of cow-transmitted parapoxvirus infection--also known as milkers' nodules--after a hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma. The infection was complicated by erythema multiforme and acute exacerbation of graft-versus-host disease. Parapoxvirus was confirmed by electron microscopy. The natural history of milker's nodules in immunocompetent hosts is described and compared to that in our immunocompromised patient.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Erythema Multiforme / complications*
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Graft vs Host Disease / complications*
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Graft vs Host Disease / drug therapy
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Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation / adverse effects*
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Humans
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Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use
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Male
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Multiple Myeloma / therapy*
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Poxviridae Infections / complications*
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Poxviridae Infections / pathology