Exanthem | |
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Other names | Exanthema |
Rash seen in rubella | |
Specialty | Dermatology |
An exanthem is a widespread rash occurring on the outside of the body and usually occurring in children.[1] It is usually caused by a virus,[2] but an exanthem can be caused by bacteria,[3] toxins, drugs, other microorganisms, or as the result from autoimmune disease.[citation needed]
The term exanthem is from the Greek ἐξάνθημα, exánthēma, 'a breaking out'.[4] It can be contrasted with enanthems which occur inside the body, such as on mucous membranes.
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