Epistemis

Exanthema

Specialty: Skin.

  • eruption
  • rash
  • rash
  • spots on the skin

Why it occurs

  • Viriasis
  • Drug reaction
  • Allergy
  • Autoimmune disease
  • Meningococcemia (petechial)

Initial workup

Describe the lesion and its distribution; constants; rule out systemic involvement and purpura.

red flags

Petechial rash with fever, mucosal involvement or skin peeling → dermatological emergency.

Standard management

  • Antihistamine — itching/hives
  • Remove suspicious drug — toxicodermia

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

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Area
Skin
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
2
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