Abstract
Background/Aims: Herpes-simplex-virus-associated erythema multiforme (HAEM) is characterized by lesional skin expression of the viral protein Pol and localized inflammation. The objective of this study is to examine the mechanism whereby Pol induces localized inflammation. Methods: A431 cells transfected with Pol or an empty vector and lesional skin from HAEM or drug-induced erythema multiforme patients were examined for expression of the transcription factor SP1 and SP1-regulated genes by immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence. Results: SP1, TGF-β, p21<sup>waf1</sup> and Hsp27 were upregulated in A431 cells transfected with Pol but not the empty vector. Expression was further increased by exposure to IFN-γ. Pol+ HAEM lesional skin expressed SP1, Hsp27, TGF-β and p21<sup>waf1</sup>. Normal skin and drug-induced erythema multiforme lesional skin were negative. Conclusion: The data indicate that Pol activates SP1, causing upregulation of SP1 target genes (notably TGF-β) involved in localized inflammation. Upregulation is potentiated by IFN-γ.
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