Skin Reactions Caused by Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors and Their Management
November 2010
in “
International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology
”
TLDR EGFR inhibitors can cause skin issues, and managing these is important for treatment success.
Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors were effective in clinical cancer treatment but often caused skin-related toxic reactions, including acneiform rash, skin dryness, fissures, telangiectasia, pigmentation, hair changes, and paronychia. Actively treating these rashes and selecting appropriate medications were crucial for patients to continue anti-cancer therapy. The document summarized the clinical manifestations and treatment status of skin toxic reactions caused by these inhibitors to explore new treatment strategies.
