Figurate erythema

Figurate erythema
Concentric circles in Lyme disease (example of a figurate erythema)
SpecialtyDermatology
SymptomsMultiple red, wavy rings, concentric circles, arcs[1]
TypesClassic types:erythema annulare centrifugum, erythema gyratum repens, erythema migrans, erythema marginatum[1]

Figurate erythema describes a rash linked to various skin conditions, characterized by one or more red, wavy rings, concentric circles, or arcs, typically recognised as annular patterns.[1][2]

  1. ^ a b c Bolognia, Jean L.; Schaffer, Julie V.; Duncan, Karynne O.; Ko, Christine (2022). "5. Figurate erythemas". Dermatology Essentials (2nd ed.). Elsevier. pp. 142–148. ISBN 978-0-323-70971-2.
  2. ^ "Annular erythema". Primary Care Dermatology Society. Primary Care Dermatology Society. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
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