Catalog
Erythema ab igne
Link to WHO Definition
Erythema ab igne – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/972721186
A characteristic reticular telangiectatic and pigmented dermatosis resulting from repeated or prolonged exposure to infrared radiation (heat) of insufficient energy to produce a burn. It most commonly affects the lower extremities or lower back as a result of habitually sitting too close to a heat source (radiator or open hearth) or from keeping a hot water bottle held against the skin.