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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Generalized erythema | |||
| synonyms = Diffuse erythema | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Redness]] of the skin, [[rash]], [[itching]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[skin peeling]], [[systemic involvement]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on cause | |||
| causes = [[Allergic reactions]], [[infections]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[medications]] | |||
| risks = [[Allergies]], [[autoimmune diseases]], [[infections]], [[drug reactions]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[skin biopsy]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Erythroderma]], [[urticaria]], [[contact dermatitis]], [[psoriasis]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on underlying cause; may include [[antihistamines]], [[corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressants]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; generally good with appropriate treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Generalized erythema''' is a medical condition characterized by widespread redness of the skin due to increased blood flow in the superficial capillaries. It can occur in numerous diseases and conditions and can be a sign of serious underlying disease. | '''Generalized erythema''' is a medical condition characterized by widespread redness of the skin due to increased blood flow in the superficial capillaries. It can occur in numerous diseases and conditions and can be a sign of serious underlying disease. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Generalized erythema can be caused by a wide variety of conditions, including [[infections]], [[allergic reactions]], and [[autoimmune diseases]]. Some of the most common causes include: | Generalized erythema can be caused by a wide variety of conditions, including [[infections]], [[allergic reactions]], and [[autoimmune diseases]]. Some of the most common causes include: | ||
* [[Drug reactions]]: Certain medications can cause generalized erythema as a side effect. | * [[Drug reactions]]: Certain medications can cause generalized erythema as a side effect. | ||
* [[Infections]]: Bacterial, viral, and fungal infections can all cause generalized erythema. | * [[Infections]]: Bacterial, viral, and fungal infections can all cause generalized erythema. | ||
* [[Autoimmune diseases]]: Conditions such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can cause generalized erythema. | * [[Autoimmune diseases]]: Conditions such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can cause generalized erythema. | ||
* [[Heat exposure]]: Exposure to high temperatures can cause the skin to become red and inflamed. | * [[Heat exposure]]: Exposure to high temperatures can cause the skin to become red and inflamed. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of generalized erythema is redness of the skin that covers a large area of the body. Other symptoms can include: | The primary symptom of generalized erythema is redness of the skin that covers a large area of the body. Other symptoms can include: | ||
* [[Itching]] | * [[Itching]] | ||
* [[Pain]] | * [[Pain]] | ||
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* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Fatigue]] | * [[Fatigue]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of generalized erythema typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause, such as: | Diagnosis of generalized erythema typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause, such as: | ||
* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Skin biopsy]] | * [[Skin biopsy]] | ||
* [[Imaging tests]] | * [[Imaging tests]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for generalized erythema depends on the underlying cause. It may include: | Treatment for generalized erythema depends on the underlying cause. It may include: | ||
* [[Medications]]: Antihistamines, corticosteroids, and other medications can help reduce inflammation and redness. | * [[Medications]]: Antihistamines, corticosteroids, and other medications can help reduce inflammation and redness. | ||
* [[Topical creams]]: These can help soothe the skin and reduce redness. | * [[Topical creams]]: These can help soothe the skin and reduce redness. | ||
* [[Avoiding triggers]]: If the erythema is caused by an allergic reaction, avoiding the allergen can help prevent future episodes. | * [[Avoiding triggers]]: If the erythema is caused by an allergic reaction, avoiding the allergen can help prevent future episodes. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Erythema]] | * [[Erythema]] | ||
* [[Skin conditions]] | * [[Skin conditions]] | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical symptoms]] | [[Category:Medical symptoms]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:24, 4 April 2025
| Generalized erythema | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Diffuse erythema |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Redness of the skin, rash, itching |
| Complications | Infection, skin peeling, systemic involvement |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Allergic reactions, infections, autoimmune disorders, medications |
| Risks | Allergies, autoimmune diseases, infections, drug reactions |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Erythroderma, urticaria, contact dermatitis, psoriasis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause; may include antihistamines, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; generally good with appropriate treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Generalized erythema is a medical condition characterized by widespread redness of the skin due to increased blood flow in the superficial capillaries. It can occur in numerous diseases and conditions and can be a sign of serious underlying disease.
Causes[edit]
Generalized erythema can be caused by a wide variety of conditions, including infections, allergic reactions, and autoimmune diseases. Some of the most common causes include:
- Drug reactions: Certain medications can cause generalized erythema as a side effect.
- Infections: Bacterial, viral, and fungal infections can all cause generalized erythema.
- Autoimmune diseases: Conditions such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can cause generalized erythema.
- Heat exposure: Exposure to high temperatures can cause the skin to become red and inflamed.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of generalized erythema is redness of the skin that covers a large area of the body. Other symptoms can include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of generalized erythema typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause, such as:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for generalized erythema depends on the underlying cause. It may include:
- Medications: Antihistamines, corticosteroids, and other medications can help reduce inflammation and redness.
- Topical creams: These can help soothe the skin and reduce redness.
- Avoiding triggers: If the erythema is caused by an allergic reaction, avoiding the allergen can help prevent future episodes.
