Erythema Multiforme
Erythema multiforme is a skin disorder that's considered to be an allergic reaction to medicine or an infection. Symptoms are symmetrical, red, raised skin areas that can appear all over the body. They do seem to be more noticeable on the fingers and toes. Most often, this skin problem is caused by the herpes simplex virus. Other causes are Fungal and bacterial infections, such as mycoplasma pneumoniae.
Small pockets of fluid beneath the skin
On the legs, At arms
At neck, At chest, At back, At abdomen, At face
Painful
or Red lesions filled with pus
At lower extremity, At upper extremity
At neck, At face, Chest, At back
common
Skin rash and redness
At legs not feet, At upper extremity except hand
At face, At back, At chest, At abdomen, At neck
common
Mouth ulcers
common
Genital sore
Transient visual loss
or Flow of tears
or Intolerance to light
Itchy skin
At lower extremity, At upper extremity
At back, At face, At neck, At chest
Fever
Less than 38°C (100. 4°F), Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F)
Muscle pain
or Fatigue
Contact with a person with herpes simplex
If you have Herpes Simplex, then a visit to a dermatologist is highly recommended.
Contact a
Dermatologist