Clinical presentation of erythema multiforme. (A) Shows erythema multiforme on the legs, combined with signs of eczema caused by phototoxicity to doxycycline. (B) and (C) Close-up photos of erythema multiforme lesions
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Acknowledgements
I express my sincere gratitude to those who contributed to this case report. First and foremost, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the patient for consenting to the publication of this report and for their cooperation throughout the process. My appreciation goes to the Special Hospital for Pulmonary Diseases, Zagreb, Croatia, specifically to the staff of the allergy unit, for providing the necessary facilities and support that made this case study possible. I thank everyone who, directly or indirectly, played a role in the successful completion of this case report.
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