Erythroderma Guide
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Definition
Exfoliative dermatitis is widespread scaling of the skin, often with itching (pruritus), skin redness (erythroderma), and hair loss. It may occur in severe cases of many common skin conditions, include eczema, psoriasis, and allergic reactions.
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Encyclopedia: Erythroderma
Erythroderma is defined as a generalized skin disorder characterized by reddening and scaling of 100% of the skin. It is also known as erythrodermatitis, generalized exfoliative dermatitis, and red man syndrome. There may also be normal areas of skin present. Erythroderma is produced by several skin diseases, such as psoriasis, contact dermatitis, drug reactions, and mycosis fungoides . A dermatologist must first diagnose the cause, usually with a skin biopsy,...
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i was diagnosed with this
Erythroderma is defined as a generalized skin disorder characterized by reddening and scaling of 100% of the skin. It is also known as erythrodermatitis, generalized exfoliative dermatitis, and red man...
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Erythroderma-Please help!
My father (76 yrs) has been suffering from Erythroderma for the last 5 years. He was diagonosed My father (76 yrs) has been suffering from Erythroderma for the last 5 years. He was diagonosed...
Apr 18, 2005
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Man has erythroderma psoriasis
Please pray for Richard G. who is afflicted with this horrible skin disease. I'm informed that... that doctors know of no cure for this. This covers the entire body and results in much itching...
Jul 27, 2008
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I'm back
due to the erythroderma. I could no longer control my body temperature and had just about given up and feeling better than ever!! I eventually got a bed and a hospital admission on 9th September...
Oct 04, 2005
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Dermatitis Slide Show
Types of Dermatitis
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin that usually appears as red, swollen, and itchy. There are numerous causes and types of dermatitis. Depending on the type treatment may or may not be necessary. This slide show will show you the most common kinds of dermatitis, their appearance, and their treatment.
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