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Solar multiforme exudative erythema
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Causes of the solar multiforme exudative erythema
In the occurrence of the disease, an important role is played by UV irradiation. In the development of dermatosis an important role is assigned to the state of the vegetative nervous system, the pathology of the endocrine glands, and the sensitization of the organism to various allergens.
Symptoms of the solar multiforme exudative erythema
The disease mainly occurs in spring and summer. In most cases, on the open areas (face, neck, outer sides of hands and feet) emptied with swollen edematous spots or nodules. Elements (mostly plaques) of 0.5-1.5 cm have a propensity for peripheral growth, somewhat above the skin, have a round or oval shape. The center of the elements is bluish pink, and the circle is pink-red. If the vesicle cells emerge, they contain serous and sometimes hemorrhagic fluid. The cover of the blisters quickly bursts, erosions are formed, their surface is covered with a hemorrhagic and yellowish-gray crust. In the hearths are concerned about itching and burning.
Solar multiforme exudative erythema often combines with polymorphic photodermatosis, solar erythema and other photodermatoses.
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Differential diagnosis
Solar multiforme exudative erythema should be distinguished from simple multiforme exudative erythema, herpetiform dermatitis, pemphigus, sulfanilamide erythema.
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Treatment of the solar multiforme exudative erythema
In the treatment, vitamins B1, B2, B12, PP, C, salicylic acid, hyposensitizing, antihistamine and antiplatelet drugs, tranquilizers are used. On the skin, hormonal creams or ointments are applied. Patients are advised to follow a diet, protect themselves from sunlight and use sunscreen.