The New England Journal of Medicine: Treatment of Recurrent Erythema Nodosum Leprosum with Infliximab Q: Which doctor should I consult for erythema? A: Since erythema is a skin condition, you should consult a dermatologist or a skin specialist for the diagnosis and treatment. A: Erythema can certainly ...

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Medscape: Outbreak of Erythema Nodosum of Unknown Cause — New Mexico, November 2007–January 2008 Outbreak of Erythema Nodosum of Unknown Cause — New Mexico, November 2007–January 2008 A 59-year-old woman has had recurrent painful nodules on both legs for more than three years. Results of previous punch biopsy were nonspecific, although there is a possibility of erythema nodosum (EN ... The answer is (c) sarcoidosis. We diagnosed a variant of sarcoidosis known as Löfgren's syndrome based on the patient's history of malaise, low-grade fever, bilateral ankle periarthritis, erythema ...

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Erythema nodosum is a type of inflammation in the layer of fat right underneath your skin. This results in tender or painful lumps that may feel warm. These lumps usually appear on your shins, but ... Erythema nodosum represents the most common form of panniculitis, manifesting as tender, erythematous nodules predominantly on the pretibial regions. Often considered a hypersensitivity reaction, its ...

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