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Gyrate erythema.

J W White

    Dermatologic Clinics
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Gyrate erythemas include nonspecific types and three specific forms: erythema marginatum rheumaticum, erythema chronicum migrans (Lyme disease), and erythema gyratum repens, each with distinct causes and implications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Internal Medicine
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Gyrate erythemas are a diverse group of skin conditions characterized by ring-like rashes.
    • They are broadly classified into nonspecific types (e.g., erythema annulare centrifugum) and three specific types.
    • The specific types include erythema marginatum rheumaticum, erythema chronicum migrans, and erythema gyratum repens.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To delineate the classification and key characteristics of gyrate erythemas.
    • To highlight the etiological agents and clinical significance of specific gyrate erythema types.
    • To emphasize the diagnostic importance of erythema gyratum repens as a potential malignancy indicator.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and synthesis of existing clinical and etiological data on gyrate erythemas.

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  • Comparative analysis of the clinical presentation, causes, and associations of different gyrate erythema subtypes.
  • Emphasis on the diagnostic criteria and prognostic implications for each specific type.

    • Main Results:

    • Erythema marginatum rheumaticum is now rare due to the decline of rheumatic fever.
    • Erythema chronicum migrans is caused by a spirochete transmitted by ticks (Ixodes ricinus complex).
    • Erythema gyratum repens is an uncommon, distinctive eruption strongly associated with internal malignancy.

    Conclusions:

    • Gyrate erythemas encompass a spectrum from benign, idiopathic conditions to markers of serious underlying diseases.
    • Accurate differentiation of specific gyrate erythema types is crucial for appropriate diagnosis and management.
    • Erythema gyratum repens warrants thorough investigation for malignancy due to its high association.