Erythema marginatum Flashcards
1
Q
Erythema marginatum is primarily seen in what patient group?
A
children who are not treated for group A beta hemolytic strep infections of the pharynx
2
Q
How long after strep infection does rheumatic fever present?
A
2-5 weeks
3
Q
What are the major criteria for rhematic fever?
A
- migratory arthralgias (joints)
- carditis
- subQ nodules
- erythema marginatum
- syndenham’s chorea
4
Q
Clinical features of erythema marginatum:
A
migratory expanding annular/polycyclic patches/plaques starting as macules
- can migrate 2-12mm in 12 hours!!!
- rash is present during active phase of rheumatic fever (along with carditis) and resolves in a few weeks
5
Q
Treatment of rheumatic fever:
A
Simply has to run its course, just supportive care
