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Erythema nodosum

Erythema nodosum: Introduction

Erythema nodosum: Allergic skin condition usually on the legs. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Erythema nodosum is available below.

Symptoms of Erythema nodosum

• Painful red nodules
• Areas of skin swelling
• Nodules turn purple-blue then brown
• Nodules on lower legs
• Nodules on arms - less commonly than on the legs
• more symptoms...»

See full list of 12 symptoms of Erythema nodosum

Erythema nodosum: Complications

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Medical Textbooks Online about Erythema nodosum

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Misdiagnosis and Erythema nodosum

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Causes of Erythema nodosum

• Pregnancy
• Bacterial infection
• Viral infection
• Fungal infection
• Protozoal infection
• more causes...»

See full list of 22 causes of Erythema nodosum

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Treatments for Erythema nodosum

• Bed rest
• Pain relief
• Pain medications
• Corticosteroids
• Oral corticosteroids
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See full list of 6 treatments for Erythema nodosum

Latest Treatments for Erythema nodosum

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Indomethacin
• Naproxen
• Aspirin
• Potassium iodide
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Evidence Based Medicine Research for Erythema nodosum

Medical research articles related to Erythema nodosum include:

• For women with erythema nodosum, can she safely use combined hormonal contraception?
• Can a person who has developed erythema nodosum (EN) whilst being on the combined oral contraceptive (COC) and has yet to be investigated for any other cause, use a progestogen-only method of contraception?
• Which contraceptive pill in particularly induces erythema nodosum?
• Can omeprazole cause joint pain? If so would they recur with PPIs or H2 antagonists?
• For women with erythema nodosum, do hormonal contraceptives contribute to exacerbation of the condition?
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Prognosis for Erythema nodosum

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Erythema nodosum: Broader Related Topics

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Definitions of Erythema nodosum:

An erythematous eruption commonly associated with drug reactions or infection and characterized by inflammatory nodules that are usually tender, multiple, and bilateral. These nodules are located predominantly on the shins with less common occurrence on the thighs and forearms. They undergo characteristic color changes ending in temporary bruise-like areas. This condition usually subsides in 3-6 weeks without scarring or atrophy. - (Source - Diseases Database)

Skin condition characterized by tender red nodules on the shins and legs - (Source - WordNet 2.1)

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