HISTOLOGY
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN
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jaundice
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cyanosis
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erythema
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ablinism
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Detailed explanation-1: -erythema, any abnormal redness of the skin. Erythema is caused by dilation and irritation of the superficial capillaries; the augmented flow of blood through them imparts a reddish hue to the skin. Erythema may arise from a great variety of causes and disease conditions.
Detailed explanation-2: -Erythema is an abnormal redness of skin or mucous membranes. Capillary congestion causes the condition, and red splotches on the hands or feet are classic examples of it.
Detailed explanation-3: -Erythema refers to redness of the skin. It occurs when the blood capillaries (the smallest blood vessels in the body) closest to the surface of the skin are congested and dilated (widened). This can be due to inflammation or injury. 1 It can appear anywhere on the body and will show up in various patterns and colors.