exanthema

/,eksæn'θi:mə/

Thân thiện

A child has a red exanthema on their arm.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A skin eruption occurring as a symptom of a disease: An exanthema is a widespread rash that appears on the skin, typically as a manifestation of an underlying infectious disease or systemic condition.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The doctor diagnosed the child's fever and red spots as a viral exanthema.
  • Measles and scarlet fever are classic infectious diseases characterized by a distinct exanthema.

Advanced Usage

• "Exanthematous disease": A disease that is characterized by the presence of a rash.
  • Chickenpox is a common exanthematous disease in children.

Variants and Related Words

• Exanthem (n): An alternative spelling for exanthema.
  • The terms "exanthem" and "exanthema" are used interchangeably in medical literature.
• Exanthematous (adj): Relating to or characterized by an exanthema.
  • The patient presented with exanthematous symptoms.

Synonyms

• Rash: A general term for a temporary eruption on the skin.
• Eruption: A breaking out, especially on the skin.

Notes on Meaning

The word "exanthema" is primarily used in medical contexts. It specifically refers to a rash that is a symptom of an internal condition, often an infectious disease, rather than a rash caused by direct contact with an irritant (like contact dermatitis).

Học thuật

Noun

1. eruption on the skin occurring as a symptom of a disease

Từ đồng nghĩa

• exanthem
• skin eruption