L41.0: Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta
This condition causes small red patches, papules and blisters to be formed on the skin within a short time. A fine scaly layer is found on these papules. The blisters may be filled with blood. Bloody crusts can also develop after a while.
The skin lesions are mainly found on the upper part of the body. The skin lesions may be a bit itchy or painful. You can also have a fever or joint pain. This can make you very sick.
The exact cause of this skin disorder is not yet known.
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