ERYTHEMA

'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, acne medication, allergies, exercise or solar radiation (sunburn), any of which can cause the capillaries to dilate, resulting in redness. Erythema is a common side effect of radiotherapy treatment due to patient exposure to electromagnetic radiation.

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Associated conditions

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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

★ Flushing (physiology)

★ Rash

★ Radiotherapy

External links

★ UM

★ Doctor Update