Also known as “erythermalgia” and “Mitchell disease,” erythromelalgia (EM) is a clinical syndrome best described as chronic in nature that entails the hallmark symptoms of pain, eryt...
A history of pain, erythema, and increased temperature of the extremities, typically the feet
A family history of symptoms
A history of a condition or medication associated with seconda...
Avoid triggers: high environmental temperatures, alcohol use, heavy exercise, tight stockings, and shoes.
Symptomatic relief with elevation of the affected area and applicatio...
Intermittent complete blood counts to monitor for myeloproliferative disease
Observe for adverse reactions to pain management regimens, including...
37151006 Erythromelalgia (disorder)
403390002 Primary erythromelalgia (disorder)
403391003 Secondary erythromelalgia (disorder)
Consider EM in the differential diagnosis for patients presenting with hot and red feet or hands.
EM is associated with myeloproliferative diseases.
Patients often require several modali...
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