Erythema
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Erythema is an abnormal redness of the skin caused by capillary congestion. It is one of the cardinal signs of inflammation.
It can be caused by infection, massage, electrical treatments, allergies, exercise or solar radiation (sunburn), any of which can cause the capillaries to dilate, resulting in redness.
Associated conditions
- Erythema ab igne
- Erythema induratum
- Erythema infectiosum (or fifth disease)
- Erythema marginatum
- Erythema migrans
- Erythema multiforme (EM)
- Erythema nodosum
- Erythema toxicum
- Palmar erythema
See also
References
External links
- [UM]
- [Doctor Update]
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