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    Glossary Mucocutaneous Effects

    refer to changes in skin and mucous membranes

    Mucocutaneous effects refer to changes or reactions that occur in the mucous membranes (such as those lining the mouth, nose, and eyes) and the skin. These effects can include symptoms like rashes, ulcers, or inflammation and are often seen as side effects of medications, infections, or autoimmune conditions. For example, chemotherapy can cause mucocutaneous effects like mouth sores and skin rashes.

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      Mucocutaneous Side Effects of Antineoplastic Chemotherapy

      research Mucocutaneous side effects of antineoplastic chemotherapy

      55 citations , November 2004 in “Expert opinion on drug safety”
      This review describes the variety of mucocutaneous side effects caused by antineoplastic chemotherapy, with emphasis on skin, nails, and mucous membranes, while highlighting potential severity and the possibility of needing to adjust or interrupt treatment in rare cases; it presents no new clinical results.

      research Mucocutaneous Side Effects of Antineoplastic Drugs Used in Cancer Therapy in Erbil

      May 2023 in “Advanced medical journal”
      In this study, researchers found that hair changes, particularly anagen effluvium, were the most common mucocutaneous side effects in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, occurring in 31.71% of cases, followed by skin, nail, and mucosal changes, highlighting the morbidity associated with antineoplastic drug side effects.

      research Mechanism of Action of Isotretinoin

      3 citations , October 2019 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      This review discusses isotretinoin's effectiveness against severe acne vulgaris and its associated side effects, including teratogenicity and hair loss, but it reports no new experimental results.
      Novel Drugs Targeting Retinoic Acid Receptors

      research Novel Drugs Targeting Retinoic Acid Receptors

      January 2005
      This article reviews different generations of synthetic retinoids for dermatological use, discussing their efficacy and significant side effects, but reports no new clinical results.