Autoimmune Skin Diseases In The Era Of COVID-19: Pathophysiological Insights And Clinical Implications

    September 2025 in “ Microorganisms ”
    Aikaterini Ι. Liakou, Eleni Routsi, Kalliopi Plisioti … Alexander J. Stratigos
    Studysummary In this review, the authors explore the complex interplay between COVID-19 and autoimmune skin diseases, finding that SARS-CoV-2 may trigger or worsen these conditions, with increased risks following infection and vaccination, particularly with mRNA vaccines.
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