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Pediatría Atención Primaria
Print version ISSN 1139-7632
Abstract
ORSOLA LECHA, E. et al. Erythema nodosum caused by Salmonella typhimurium. Rev Pediatr Aten Primaria [online]. 2013, vol.15, n.60, pp.e157-e159. ISSN 1139-7632. https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S1139-76322013000500009.
Salmonella typhimurium is a rare etiology of erythema nodosum. This disease is characterized by painful nodules in legs, especially in the pretibial region, usually affecting general condition. The diagnosis is made by stool culture and the presence of diarrhea, after ruling out other problems with negative tests. Treatment is symptomatic.
Keywords : Erythema nodosum; Salmonella typhimurium; Gastroenteritis; Diarrhea.