dermatitis nodularis necrotica

der·ma·ti·tis no·du·la·'ris ne·cro·t'i·ca

a recurrent eruption of vesicles, papules, and papulonecrotic lesions on the buttocks and extensor surfaces of the extremities, accompanied by fever, sore throat, diarrhea, and eosinophilia; probably a variant of vasculitis, it can be of varying and increasing severity and duration and can occasionally involve the heart, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.

Synonym(s): Werther disease

Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

Werther,

J., 20th century German physician.

Werther disease - recurrent eruption of vesicles, papules, and papulonecrotic lesions on the buttocks and extensor surfaces of the extremities, accompanied by fever, sore throat, diarrhea, and eosinophilia. Synonym(s): dermatitis nodularis necrotica

Medical Eponyms © Farlex 2012