Erythema ab igne Flashcards

1
Q

Erythema ab igne is due to ______ and presents as _____

A
  • chronic, non-burning, heat/infrared radiation exposure
  • thick reticulated erythema and/or pigmentation classically on shins (from space heaters), lower back (heating pad), anterior thighs (laptop)
  • possible increased risk of SCC
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly