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What is Erythema multiforme
Erythema multiforme is an acute, immune-mediated skin disorder that produces a characteristic pattern of target-like lesions on the skin and sometimes the mucous membranes. It primarily involves the skin, and in more extensive forms…
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What is Erysipelas
Erysipelas is a bacterial infection of the upper layers of the skin and the superficial lymphatic vessels. It is usually caused by group A Streptococcus , a bacterium that enters through a break in…
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What is Contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory reaction of the skin caused by direct exposure to a substance that irritates the skin or triggers an immune response in it. The condition involves the outer skin barrier,…
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What is Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a contagious viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, a member of the herpesvirus family. It primarily affects the skin and the immune system, but its biology begins in the respiratory tract…
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What is Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and the tissue just beneath it , especially the dermis and subcutaneous fat. It develops when bacteria enter through a break in the skin and multiply…
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FAQ about Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease that affects both the skin and the muscles, and in some people it can also involve the lungs, joints, or heart. Because it is uncommon and its symptoms…
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Prevention of Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is an inflammatory disease in which the immune system becomes misdirected against muscle, skin, and in some cases blood vessels and other tissues. Because its development involves a mixture of immune dysregulation, genetic…