Erythroderma/exfoliative dermatitis

Abstract

Erythroderma is one of the most important diseases to confront the dermatologist as an emergency. An extreme state of skin irritation resulting in extensive erythema and/or scaling of the body in several skin disorders may ultimately culminate in erythroderma/exfoliative dermatitis. Largely, it is a secondary process; therefore, determining its cause is necessary for appropriate diagnosis and therapy.1 Its clinical pattern is fascinating and has been the subject of detailed studies: Its changing scenario in various age groups,2,3 its presentation postoperatively, and its occurrence in human immunodeciency virus (HIV)-positive individuals are vivid indicators. © 2017 by Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.