Definition of "erythema" [er•y•the•ma]

• Redness of the skin caused by dilatation and congestion of the capillaries, often a sign of inflammation or infection. (noun)

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• "Crocker remarks that they are generally classified as erythema gangrænosurn, and are always to be regarded with grave suspicion of being self-induced."
• "Crocker remarks that they are generally classified as erythema gangraenosum, and are always to be regarded with grave suspicion of being self-induced."
• "Technically, this condition is called erythema ab igne."