Erythema Multiforme: The Daily PANCE Blueprint

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Erythema Multiforme: The Daily PANCE Blueprint

A 41-year-old female presents to your clinic with a pruritic rash. On physical exam, you notice the lesions are characterized by red macules and edematous papules with a clearing center. This best describes which of the following?

A. Erythema annulare centrifugum
B. Erythema nodosum
C. Erythema multiforme
D. Erythema infectiousium
E. Erythema marginatum

Answer and topic summary

The answer is C. Erythema multiforme

Erythema multiforme (EM) is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by erythematous macules and/or papules that look like target lesions (“bull’s eye lesions“). These lesions may be itchy or painful, often impacting the palms/soles and mouth. The most common cause is infections (90% of the time, in particular, HSV is often indicated); other causes include medications, autoimmune diseases, cancer, and radiation. Treatment is managing the underlying causes. Systemic steroids can be used for severe instances.

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Covered under ⇒ PANCE Blueprint Dermatology ⇒ Desquamation (PEARLS) ⇒ Erythema multiforme

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