Erythema nodosum.
An active duty female Sailor reports to your clinic complaining of tender nodules to her legs beginning 1.5 weeks ago. She is diagnosed with erythema nodosum (EN), a painful disorder of the subcutaneous fat that is usually self-limited but may be a clue to an additional underlying medical diagnosis. This article reviews the pathophysiology, causes, course, diagnosis, and management of EN.
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D004893:Erythema Nodosum / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008889:Military Personnel; D055815:Young Adult