Optional medical device diagnostics – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, laboratory diagnostics, and obligatory medical device diagnostics – for differential diagnostic clarification. X-ray of the chest (X-ray thorax/chest), in two planes – to exclude tuberculosis or sarcoidosis. Computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen (abdominal CT) – for further diagnosis if a … Skin Redness (Erythema): Diagnostic Tests
The following symptoms and complaints may indicate erythema (areal redness of the skin): Areal redness of the skin, which may be localized or generalized Warning signs (Red flags) Anamnestic information: Forest workers, farmers; vacation in forest areas → think of: Erythema migrans (Lyme disease, Lyme disease). Drug intake → think of: toxic erythema. Occur alongside … Skin Redness (Erythema): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
Pathogenesis (development of disease) The pathogenesis of erythema is diverse. Etiology (Causes) Disease-related causes. Endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic diseases (E00-E90). Gout Thyrotoxicosis – derailed hyperthyroidism. Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99) Acrodermatitis chronica atrophicans – skin disease that may occur as a result of Lyme disease. Erythema exsudativum multiforme (of various causes). Livedo reticularis (marbled skin) Rosacea … Skin Redness (Erythema): Causes
Medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of erythema (skin redness). Family history What is the general health of your relatives? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Social history What is your profession? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). How long has the … Skin Redness (Erythema): Medical History
Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99). Erythema a frigore – skin redness caused by cold. Erythema ab acribus – skin redness caused by chemical substances. Erythema ab igne – reticular redness of the skin that occurs due to heat development. Erythema actinicum – skin redness that occurs due to ultraviolet light or exposure to X-rays. Erythema anulare … Skin Redness (Erythema): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes and sclerae (white part of the eye). Cancer prevention Dermatological examination
2nd order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the history, physical examination and obligatory laboratory parameters – for differential diagnostic clarification. Small blood count Differential blood count Inflammatory parameter – CRP (C-reactive protein) Thyroid parameters – TSH Liver parameters – alanine aminotransferase (ALT, GPT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST, GOT), glutamate dehydrogenase (GLDH) and gamma-glutamyl … Skin Redness (Erythema): Test and Diagnosis