Abstract

STEROID-INDUCED PSYCHOSIS IN AN ADOLESCENT WITH T. CELL LYMPHOMA MYCOSIS FUNGOIDES: A CASE REPORT

Kumaraswamy M., Puneeth G. K.*, Hema P. M., Reetha K. M. and Sonakshi M.

ABSTRACT

T-cell lymphoma is a type of blood cancer, and mycosis fungoides is its most common form. Glucocorticoids are used to treat both hormonal and non-hormonal diseases. Unfortunately, these chemicals are linked to a slew of side effects that impact a variety of organ systems. Prednisolone reduces inflammation throughout the body. Allergic reactions can be treated or avoided. As a treatment for autoimmune diseases, skin disorders, asthma, and other respiratory concerns. This cancer patient from southern India has experienced the first case of steroid-induced psychosis. A 17-year-old guy with T cell lymphoma mycosis fungoides complained of intermittent fever for two months after completing one cycle of chemotherapy, and he also acknowledged to having neutropenic fever. Because he was given greater dosages of prednisolone, he developed psychotic symptoms such as abnormal behaviour, hostility, and hallucinations. After started treatment with risperidone a patient progressively recovered and discharged.

Keywords: Prednisolone, lymphoma, psychosis, fever.