4) Steven Johnson syndrome
A more severe form of erythema multiforme. Remember that it involves mucosal membrane. Causes for this condition are similiar to erythema multiforme. Allergic drug reactions are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. To learn more , click here !
5) Pyoderma Gangrenosum
An ulcerative cutaneous condition of uncertain etiology. It is painful and usually associated with Inflammatory bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) ,Rheumatoid arthritis, Myeloid blood dyscrasias and Chronic active hepatitis.
6) Mycosis Fungoides
It is usually described as itchy skin lesion. It can present as erythematous macules or raised plaques. The classical areas involved are buttocks, groin, hips, under the arms, and on the breasts/chest. It is a type of cutaneous T-cell lymphomas.
to be continued...........................
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