Erythema Multiforme

Erythema Multiforme

Are you noticing target shaped circles breaking out on your child? Well bulls-eye!  You might be looking at a rash known as erythema multiforme. The rash is probably unlike any you have seen, and probably warrants a trip to the doctor’s office to figure out what might be causing the rash. The rash can be the result of an infection, but it can also be a reaction to medicine or chemicals in the environment.  The lesions can range from mild to very painful, and most parents are looking for some guidance on next steps as the rash resolves.  Read below for more information on the causes and treatment for this reaction.