Erlotinib Associated Trichomegaly in a Patient with Chronic Latanoprost Use

Journal Title: Journal of Hematology and Oncology Research - Year 2015, Vol 1, Issue 4

Abstract

Trichomegaly is a known adverse effect with the epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor (EGFRI) and prostaglandin analogue drug classes. We present a chronic Latanoprost user who developed symptomatic trichomegaly subsequent to initiating an EGFRI medication and believe this case offers evidence that the two classes of medications may cause a similar eyelash manifestation through different mechanisms.

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Burris CK, Richards NQ, Cowan CL Jr

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  • EP ID EP249482
  • DOI 10.14302/issn.2372-6601.jhor-15-667
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Burris CK, Richards NQ, Cowan CL Jr (2015). Erlotinib Associated Trichomegaly in a Patient with Chronic Latanoprost Use. Journal of Hematology and Oncology Research, 1(4), 31-35. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-249482