Eyelash Trichomegaly Complicating Pembrolizumab for Colorectal Cancer

    Nektarios Alevizopoulos, Dimitrios Alexandris
    TLDR Pembrolizumab can cause unusual eyelash growth, but it may still be worth continuing if cancer treatment is effective.
    Pembrolizumab, an immune checkpoint inhibitor used for treating various cancers, can cause rare hair-related adverse events, including eyelash trichomegaly. This case report discusses a 63-year-old male with colorectal cancer who developed eyelash trichomegaly after two cycles of pembrolizumab. Despite discomfort, the patient continued treatment due to a complete radiologic response of his cancer. The case highlights the importance of clinicians being aware of such uncommon side effects for effective patient management.
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