erythema multiforme Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
what is erythema multiforme
A
hypersensitivity reaction most commonly triggered by infections
2
Q
features of erythema multiforme
A
target lesions
initially seen on the back of the hands/feet before spreading to torso
upper limbs more commonly affected
pruritus seen occansionally
3
Q
causes of erythema multiforme
A
herpes simplex virus
idiopathic
bacterial: mycoplasma, strep
drugs: penicillin, suphonamides, cabamazepine, allopurinol, NSAIDs, oral contraceptive, nevirapine
connective tissue disease: SLE
sarcoidosis
malignancy
