Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis in a patient on pembrolizumab for palliative treatment of lung adenocarcinoma

We describe a rare case of acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) occurring during pembrolizumab therapy in a patient with metastatic lung adenocarcinoma and longstanding chronic plaque psoriasis. Clinical and histopathological findings confirmed AGEP rather than generalised pustular psoriasis, and cessation of pembrolizumab and treatment with acitretin led to complete resolution. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management of immunotherapy-related cutaneous toxicity.

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Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
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2026-03-11
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https://doi.org/10.1093/ced/llag126
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Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
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Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis in a patient on pembrolizumab for palliative treatment of lung adenocarcinoma

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Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
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Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis in a patient on pembrolizumab for palliative treatment of lung adenocarcinoma

Christopher Stonard, Ebiuwa Alicia Ibude, Rubeta N Matin
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Abstract

We describe a rare case of acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) occurring during pembrolizumab therapy in a patient with metastatic lung adenocarcinoma and longstanding chronic plaque psoriasis. Clinical and histopathological findings confirmed AGEP rather than generalised pustular psoriasis, and cessation of pembrolizumab and treatment with acitretin led to complete resolution. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management of immunotherapy-related cutaneous toxicity.

Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust (GB)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 24%
Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
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