If someone catches the infection from a person with EM, they won’t necessarily develop EM.
Infectious triggers associated with EM include:
Medications
Reactions to medications can also cause EM.
The severe form of EM is often triggered by medication rather than infection.
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The underlying infection may be treated if that causes the EM symptoms.
Do not stop or change medications unless advised by your healthcare provider.
It’s important to see a healthcare provider as soon as possible to get a proper diagnosis.
Prognosis for Erythema Multiforme
EM typically fully resolves within a few weeks without further problems.
The skin heals without scarring, buthyperpigmentation(areas of darker skin) may last for several months.
EM may come back, particularly when sparked by HSV.
Complications are possible in severe cases.
EM causesa rashof red, raised skin patches that often have a bull’s-eye appearance.
EM is usually minor but can be serious or life-threatening.
See a healthcare provider if you have symptoms of EM.
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