Investigations for Erythema Nodosum/Multiforme and Molluscum Contagiosum

Question 1

Basic investigations for erythema nodosum/multiforme and molluscum contagiosum?

Answer 1

Physical examination

Basic observations

Question 2

Further investigations for erythema nodosum/multiforme and molluscum contagiosum?

Answer 2

Test for underlying cause of erythema nodosum/multiforme

Test for HIV if many molluscum lesions in an adult

Question 3

Why are investigations limited for erythema nodosum/multiforme and molluscum contagiosum?

Answer 3

They are usually clinical diagnoses