Red Man Syndrome
Red Man Syndrome proper is now used to describe an erythroderma that remains idiopathic. The word 'idiopathic' is a wonderful medical term that means 'of unknown cause', or 'we haven't a clue'. You may find it of interest to read my Diary of a Red Man blog entry on idiopathy so that it is clear what we mean by the question, “What is the cause of your erythroderma?”
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Erythroderma Overview
Erythroderma
Erythroderma is also known as Generalized Exfoliative Dermatitis. The word 'erythroderma' is derived from the Greek words erythros (meaning red) and derma (skin). In the early stages of the condition, you may hear your doctor mention the word 'erythema' as a description (which is just the medical term for redness) before a firm diagnosis can be established. It is also common that erythroderma develops from a different initial skin condition.
The basic symptoms of erythroderma are peeling red skin covering 90% or more of the skin surface. One problem with this definition is that once the redness has reached 90% it is already a very serious condition. It is therefore important to consult an experienced dermatologist as early as possible. Skin diseases have a habit of transforming themselves from one condition into another. Nobody yet really understands how or why they do this, but it is important that you, as a patient, monitor your initial skin rash for any changes.
Erythroderma is also known as Generalized Exfoliative Dermatitis. The word 'erythroderma' is derived from the Greek words erythros (meaning red) and derma (skin). In the early stages of the condition, you may hear your doctor mention the word 'erythema' as a description (which is just the medical term for redness) before a firm diagnosis can be established. It is also common that erythroderma develops from a different initial skin condition.
The basic symptoms of erythroderma are peeling red skin covering 90% or more of the skin surface. One problem with this definition is that once the redness has reached 90% it is already a very serious condition. It is therefore important to consult an experienced dermatologist as early as possible. Skin diseases have a habit of transforming themselves from one condition into another. Nobody yet really understands how or why they do this, but it is important that you, as a patient, monitor your initial skin rash for any changes.
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