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A case of foreign body granuloma caused by 'Bong-chim' at the site of postherpetic neuralgia.

Jung Eun SeolGyeong Je ChoSo Hee ParkHyojin Kim
Published in: The Australasian journal of dermatology (2020)
Foreign body granuloma is a potential adverse effect of acupuncture and usually occurs as an inflammatory reaction to foreign bodies that are accidentally or intentionally injected. This case presents a foreign body granuloma caused by honeybee acupuncture at the site of postherpetic neuralgia and highlights the need for caution and awareness of the side effects of acupuncture-related procedures.
Keyphrases
  • oxidative stress
  • emergency department