Erythema Multiforme

Erythema multiforme is an acute, self-limiting, inflammatory skin eruption.

Etiology:

• Drugs (penicillin, sulfonamides, phenytoin)
• Infection
• Vaccination
• Malignancy

Signs and Symptoms:

• Malaise and myalgias
• Lesions on the extremities
• Erythematous

Treatments:

1. In mild cases, it resolves spontaneously
2. Discontinue the inciting agent/drugs
3. Acyclovir, if it due to HSV