Erythema Multiforme (3)

Question 1

What is it?

What are its causes?

How does it present?

How is it managed?

Answer 1

➊ Mild, self-limiting, potentially recurring mucocutaneous inflammatory condition

➋ * Infection (90%) - HSV1, CMV, EBV, Influenza
* IBD
* Hep C
* Leukaemia

➌ * Target lesions (resemble a bull’s eye) - these usually erupt over 24-48 hrs, and lasts for 1-2 wks
* Typically presents in a symmetrical distribution of lesions over the dorsal surfaces of the extensor extremities with minimal mucous membrane involvement.

➍ * Emollients
* Topical/Oral steroids