Erythema multiforme is a skin reaction causing red, target-shaped lesions, often triggered by infections or medications. It ranges from mild to severe forms like Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

In severe cases called erythema multiforme major, rashes can be found on the inside of the mouth and lips as well. Other symptoms may include itchy or red eyes, eye pain, and abnormalities in vision.

This is one of them. Erythema multiforme minor (which is anything but a minor illness) often is traced to a virus infection. Erythema multiforme major is caused by medicines, viruses and bacteria.

Suggested Questions Erythema multiforme minor appears as symmetrical rings of red, raised skin that look like targets. Erythema multiforme can appear anywhere on the body.

This clinical scenario is typical of a child presenting with erythema multiforme (EM) minor. EM is an acute, self-limited hypersensitivity reaction. About 90% of cases are believed to be triggered ...

Did you know that certain medications can cause symptom of 'Erythema multiforme minor'. Find these drugs listed on the page and be warned of similar symptoms as possible side-effects.

Figure 1: A 38-year-old man with SARS-CoV-2–associated erythema multiforme major. (A) Mucosal examination revealed erosive plaques to the ventral tongue, accompanied by erosions on the buccal mucosa ...

Answer Erythema multiforme. Although most cases of erythema multiforme do not have bullae or crusts, some do. Erythema multiforme major is usually characterized by fewer but larger lesions that ...