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May 11, 2024 · The primary symptom of a morbilliform drug reaction is the appearance of a rash. Key characteristics of this rash include: Widespread Rash: The rash typically starts on the trunk (the body's central area) and can spread to the limbs and face, although it can affect any part of the body.
4 days ago · A rash between the breasts may be caused by heat, infection, irritation, or an underlying health condition. Some rashes can be treated at home, will go away soon after treatment, and can be prevented with simple strategies like keeping the area clean and dry. Other rashes may require ongoing management if they are associated with an underlying ...
May 7, 2024 · The rash is most commonly morbilliform, meaning measles-like, and made up of flat or slightly raised red, circular, or oval patches. It usually affects the torso before spreading to the arms, legs, and neck.
May 5, 2024 · The kinds of cutaneous reactions are varied. Exanthems (erythematous, morbilliform or maculopapular), urticaria, fixed drug eruptions, and erythema multiforme are the most common. Figure 18-1 is an urticarial reaction from Augmentin and Fig. 18-2 shows a morbilliform eruption from ampicillin. Constitutional symptoms of low-grade fever and ...
May 2, 2024 · Contact dermatitis Enlarge image. Contact dermatitis is an itchy rash caused by direct contact with a substance or an allergic reaction to it. The rash isn't contagious, but it can be very uncomfortable. Many substances can cause this reaction, such as cosmetics, fragrances, jewelry and plants.
5 days ago · A mononucleosis skin rash is a widespread eruption of skin lesions that develop while someone is experiencing mononucleosis. A 2021 case study suggests that the rash may involve maculopapular...
6 days ago · A look at the different types of lupus rashes, including butterfly rash, what may trigger them, and how to soothe them. When you think about lupus, symptoms like fatigue and joint pain may come top of mind.
