Evanescent (dermatology)
Evanescent (dermatology)
Evanescent (/ɪˌvænɪˈsɛnt/) is a term used in dermatology to describe a skin condition or symptom that is transient or short-lived. The term is derived from the Latin word 'evanesco', which means 'to disappear'.
Definition
In dermatology, an evanescent rash or lesion is one that appears and disappears rapidly, usually within 24 hours. This term is often used to describe the characteristic rash seen in conditions such as urticaria and erythema multiforme.
Related Terms
- Urticaria: Also known as hives, it is a kind of skin rash notable for pale red, raised, itchy bumps.
- Erythema Multiforme: A skin condition considered part of a group of skin conditions called dermatitis. It is characterized by symmetric, red, patchy lesions, primarily on the arms and legs.
- Dermatitis: A group of diseases that results in inflammation of the skin.
- Lesion: Any abnormal damage or change in the tissue of an organism, usually caused by disease or trauma.
- Rash: A change of the skin which affects its color, appearance, or texture.
See Also
References
- Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. Bolognia, J., Jorizzo, J., & Schaffer, J. (2012). Elsevier Health Sciences.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Evanescent (dermatology)
- Wikipedia's article - Evanescent (dermatology)
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