Erythema induratum of Bazin (EIB) is a chronic, nodular eruption that usually occurs on the lower legs of otherwise heavyset women.
EIB is a cutaneous manifestation of tuberculin hype...
Patients report experiencing mildly tender recurrent nodules, typically on the legs.
Patients may note a chronic or relapsing course with postinflammatory hyperpigmentation at former l...
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Compression stockings should be worn to prevent edema and increase healing of lesions.
Ulcerative lesions should be kept clean by washing legs or affected areas with warm ...
Patients should be seen as needed for persistent or recurrent flares of erythema induratum and to address compliance and/or changes to drug ther...
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Erythema induratum is a chronic nodular eruption of the subcutaneous tissue found in lower legs of otherwise heavyset women.
Seen predominantly in patients living in or from India, Hong...
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