Abstract
We report an adolescent who developed anemia, leukopenia, and neutropenia after prolonged use of over-the-counter zinc for treatment of acne. Hypocupremia and sideroblastic anemia may result from long-term or excessive exposure to zinc.
MeSH terms
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Acne Vulgaris / drug therapy
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Adolescent
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Anemia / chemically induced*
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Blood Cell Count
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Copper / deficiency
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Humans
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Leukopenia / chemically induced*
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Male
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Neutropenia / chemically induced*
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Nonprescription Drugs / adverse effects*
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Nonprescription Drugs / therapeutic use
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Self Medication
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Zinc / adverse effects*
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Zinc / therapeutic use
Substances
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Nonprescription Drugs
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Copper
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Zinc