Erythema multiforme

Erythema multiforme is an acute self limiting hypersensitivity reaction characterized by target skin lesions and ulcerative oral lesions. The term 'multiforme' has been used to indicate the multiple and varied clinical appearances of this disease. EMF has been divided into 2 subtypes: a minor form,usually associated with herpes simplex virus trigger and a major severe form triggered by certain systemic drugs.

is an ulcerative, blistering inflammatory condition which affects either the skin or the mucous membranes, most often manifesting as a mucocutaneous lesion. Depending on the severity of the condition and the extent of mucosal involvement, it can be classified as EM minor and major.


What is erythema multiforme? Erythema multiforme is a derangement of the immune cells that start attacking epithelial cells and that is usually triggered by an infection like Herpes simplex virus or medications.