Erythema Chronicum Migrans
A deep type of gyrate erythema that follows a bite by an ixodid tick; it is a stage-1 manifestation of LYME DISEASE. The site of the bite is characterized by a red papule that expands peripherally as a nonscaling, palpable band that clears centrally. This condition is often associated with systemic symptoms such as chills, fever, headache, malaise, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, backache, and stiff neck.
Year introduced: 1990
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Tree Number(s): C01.150.252.400.536.400, C01.150.252.400.794.352.250.400, C01.150.252.819.310, C01.800.720.310, C01.920.930.513.400, C17.800.229.200, C17.800.838.765.310
MeSH Unique ID: D015787
Entry Terms:
- Erythema Migrans of Lyme Disease
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