Erythema (Noun)
Meaning
Abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels (as in sunburn or inflammation).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's erythema was a clear indication of a severe allergic reaction to the new medication.
- After spending the day at the beach without sunscreen, she developed a painful erythema on her shoulders and back.
- The doctor examined the erythema on the patient's face and diagnosed it as a symptom of rosacea.
- The erythema caused by the burn was extensive, covering the entire surface of her arm.
- The erythema associated with this condition often subsides within a few days of treatment.