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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Urticarial erythema multiforme | |||
| synonyms = Urticarial EM | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Urticaria]], [[erythema]], [[target lesions]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[scarring]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Days to weeks | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[medications]], [[autoimmune disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Viral infections]], [[antibiotics]], [[NSAIDs]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Erythema multiforme]], [[urticaria]], [[Stevens-Johnson syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antihistamines]], [[corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressants]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Urticarial Erythema Multiforme''' is a rare skin condition that is characterized by the presence of [[urticarial]] lesions and is often mistaken for [[Erythema Multiforme]]. It is a distinct clinical entity that is different from Erythema Multiforme, [[Urticaria]], and [[Urticarial Vasculitis]]. | '''Urticarial Erythema Multiforme''' is a rare skin condition that is characterized by the presence of [[urticarial]] lesions and is often mistaken for [[Erythema Multiforme]]. It is a distinct clinical entity that is different from Erythema Multiforme, [[Urticaria]], and [[Urticarial Vasculitis]]. | ||
== Clinical Features == | == Clinical Features == | ||
Patients with Urticarial Erythema Multiforme typically present with sudden onset of urticarial lesions that are round, red, and often have a central clearing. These lesions may be accompanied by fever, malaise, and arthralgia. The lesions typically last for less than 24 hours and do not leave any residual pigmentation or bruising. | Patients with Urticarial Erythema Multiforme typically present with sudden onset of urticarial lesions that are round, red, and often have a central clearing. These lesions may be accompanied by fever, malaise, and arthralgia. The lesions typically last for less than 24 hours and do not leave any residual pigmentation or bruising. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. However, skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions such as Erythema Multiforme and Urticarial Vasculitis. | The diagnosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. However, skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions such as Erythema Multiforme and Urticarial Vasculitis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily symptomatic, with the use of antihistamines to control itching. In severe cases, systemic corticosteroids may be used. | Treatment of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily symptomatic, with the use of antihistamines to control itching. In severe cases, systemic corticosteroids may be used. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is generally good, with most patients experiencing complete resolution of symptoms within a few weeks. However, recurrence is common. | The prognosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is generally good, with most patients experiencing complete resolution of symptoms within a few weeks. However, recurrence is common. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Erythema Multiforme]] | * [[Erythema Multiforme]] | ||
* [[Urticaria]] | * [[Urticaria]] | ||
* [[Urticarial Vasculitis]] | * [[Urticarial Vasculitis]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:43, 4 April 2025
| Urticarial erythema multiforme | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Urticarial EM |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Urticaria, erythema, target lesions |
| Complications | Infection, scarring |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Days to weeks |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, medications, autoimmune disorders |
| Risks | Viral infections, antibiotics, NSAIDs |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Erythema multiforme, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antihistamines, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is a rare skin condition that is characterized by the presence of urticarial lesions and is often mistaken for Erythema Multiforme. It is a distinct clinical entity that is different from Erythema Multiforme, Urticaria, and Urticarial Vasculitis.
Clinical Features[edit]
Patients with Urticarial Erythema Multiforme typically present with sudden onset of urticarial lesions that are round, red, and often have a central clearing. These lesions may be accompanied by fever, malaise, and arthralgia. The lesions typically last for less than 24 hours and do not leave any residual pigmentation or bruising.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. However, skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions such as Erythema Multiforme and Urticarial Vasculitis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is primarily symptomatic, with the use of antihistamines to control itching. In severe cases, systemic corticosteroids may be used.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis of Urticarial Erythema Multiforme is generally good, with most patients experiencing complete resolution of symptoms within a few weeks. However, recurrence is common.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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