On January 18, 2022, the Department of Medicine by the Institute of Dermatology indicated “Blister disease” After the covid-19 vaccination It could be a concomitant event or a reaction caused by an anti-COVID-19 vaccine, which is rare.
However, blisters are not contagious and can be cured. It is recommended to consult a dermatologist.
Dr. Somsak Ankasil, Director-General of the Medical Department, revealed that according to the news published in Social about the birth Blister disease after being vaccinated against COVID-19 I would like to inform you that “blister blister disease” is a group of skin diseases that are not common, divided into 2 diseases, namely pemphigus, with an incidence of 0.5 – 3.2 cases per 100,000 population. and pemphigoid, an incidence of 2 to 22 cases per million inhabitants.
Both diseases have similar symptoms, with blisters forming on the skin and mucous membranes. When the blister bursts, it becomes a bruise on the body. The symptoms of the disease are chronic. There are periods when the disease is exacerbated and the disease is remission.
However incidence of blistersThere is a possibility that it may be caused by side effects after being vaccinated against COVID-19. which is less common In foreign countries, there have been reports of skin side effects. During December 2020 to April 2021 after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine There were 12 cases of blistering after vaccination with the mRNA-based vaccine, 7 of them recovered within 3 weeks on average, and five had continued disease progression requiring treatment.
There have also been reports of cases of blistering blisters after vaccination with vector virus. At present, there is not enough medical information to determine whether The occurrence of blisters after vaccination Is it a concomitant event or a vaccine-related reaction? It is possible that the action of the vaccine to induce immunity against the virus. related to the function of T-cell lymphocytes which are important cells in the occurrence of many types of skin diseases Or certain proteins that make up the vaccine may trigger an autoimmune reaction, especially in people with pre-existing genetic factors.
however Most dermatologists are of the opinion that Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 That has more good than bad.
Ms. Mingkwan Wichaidit, director of the Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, added that The disease is diagnosed based on the history and skin symptoms. together with pathological biopsy which is characterized by the disease is to find the separation of the skin layer The main drug used for treatment is oral steroid medication depending on the severity of the disease Patients with more severe disease or a large area of the rash also need other immunosuppressants such as cyclophosphamide or azathioprine. The disease is good and the effect of the disease can be cured for a long time.
Director of the Institute of Dermatology added that Treatment of blistering blisters should be carried out by a specialized doctor to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment and to help the disease heal faster. If suspected of having blisters It is recommended to consult a dermatologist. And medical expenses can cover the cost of treatment in the public health system, both social security and 30 baht for all diseases.
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Source: Department of Medical Affairs
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