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LYME RASHES AND OTHERS CLOSE IN EXAMINATION
Annular rashes can result from a variety of infectious, inflammatory, autoimmune, and neoplastic conditions. Morphology, distribution, and associated symptoms guide the differential diagnosis. Common Causes: 1. Tinea Corporis (Ringworm): Fungal infection presenting as pruritic, annular, erythematous patches with central clearing and peripheral scaling. Diagnosis is confirmed via a potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation of scrapings. 2. […]
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