erythema

/ɪˈrɪθiːmə/

Definitions

1. noun

a red patch on the skin, especially one caused by irritation or inflammation

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin and diagnosed a case of erythema due to a severe allergic reaction.”

2. noun

redness or flushing of the skin

“The patient had erythema on her cheeks due to the cold weather.”

Synonyms

  • flush
  • redness

Antonyms

  • pale
  • pallor