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derma 2
conym5 - 07-14-09 09:53
A 16-year-old student with a history of herpetic gingivostomatitis
develops a generalized and symmetric rash. The lesions are 1–2 cm
in diameter and look like round patches. They consist of two concentric
rings surrounding a central disk. The rash is burning and pruritic.
A few erosive lesions are visible in the oral mucosa. Which of
the following is the most likely diagnosis?
conym5 - 07-14-09 09:53
A 16-year-old student with a history of herpetic gingivostomatitis
develops a generalized and symmetric rash. The lesions are 1–2 cm
in diameter and look like round patches. They consist of two concentric
rings surrounding a central disk. The rash is burning and pruritic.
A few erosive lesions are visible in the oral mucosa. Which of
the following is the most likely diagnosis?
The correct answer and explanation will be available after you answer.
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Re: derma 2
conym5 - 07-14-09 19:09 Erythema multiforme (EM) minor due to the herpes infection
is the most likely diagnosis in this patient. The lesions of EM are classically
target lesions; they are burning and pruritic. They are generalized and often
involve the oral mucosa.
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Re: derma 2 babbu5508 - 09-30-10 14:01 My answer is: a.
Erythema multiforme due to herpes infection typically involves the oral mucosa, with burning and itching.......
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