Erythema multiforme (Q43952)
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Erythema multiforme is a self‐limiting reactive inflammatory dermatosis triggered by cell‐mediated hypersensitivity, most commonly to drugs or infection, particularly Herpes simplex. It is characterised by an eruption of macules, papules, nodules, vesicles and/or bullae affecting preferentially the dorsal aspects of the hands and forearms. It may also involve oral and genital mucous membranes.
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| English | Erythema multiforme |
Erythema multiforme is a self‐limiting reactive inflammatory dermatosis triggered by cell‐mediated hypersensitivity, most commonly to drugs or infection, particularly Herpes simplex. It is characterised by an eruption of macules, papules, nodules, vesicles and/or bullae affecting preferentially the dorsal aspects of the hands and forearms. It may also involve oral and genital mucous membranes. |
