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Acute sarcoidosis with erythema nodosum

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Link to WHO Definition

Acute sarcoidosis with erythema nodosum – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/2040942599

This is an acute, acquired syndrome involving abnormal collections of chronic inflammatory cells (granulomas) that can form as nodules in multiple organs. This diagnosis is with an inflammation of the fat cells under the skin (panniculitis) characterised by tender red nodules or lumps that are usually seen on both shins.