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Erythema ab igne

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Erythema ab igne

  • See Also
  1. Skin reactions to Temperature
  • Pathophysiology
  1. Chronic heat exposure results in skin reaction
    1. Space heaters, Wood burning stoves, and Fireplaces
    2. Chronic heating pad use
    3. Occupational (glass blower, baker, chef)
  • Signs
  1. Reticular (Netlike) or mottled pattern rash
    1. Telangiectasia (poikiloderma)
    2. Reddish brown pigmentation
    3. Atrophy
  2. Involves legs or other areas chronically heat exposed
  • Complications
  1. Skin Cancer (Squamous cell)