Bromoderma
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Synopsis
Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms of bromism include anorexia, weight loss, and nausea. Central nervous system (CNS) manifestations observed are ataxia and tremor along with confusion, delirium, or even full psychosis.
Bromoderma may develop more frequently in patients with renal impairment due to elongation of bromide half-life.
Bromine and bromides can be found in prescription medications (eg, ipratropium bromide) and over-the-counter (OTC) medications (eg, dextromethorphan hydrobromide). Rarely, brominated vegetable oil (BVO) is still used as an emulsifier in citrus-based soft drinks.
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L27.8 – Dermatitis due to other substances taken internally
SNOMEDCT:
8007005 – Bromoderma
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Last Updated:10/27/2021