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What is the definition or description of: patchy red rash all over?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Patchy red rash.: irregular distribution of rash (change in the feel, consistency/ texture appearance or color of skin) that is erythematous and involves a large surface area of skin.

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Answered 10/26/2017

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