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May 1, 2023 · The pathergy test is a nonspecific hypersensitivity skin reaction induced by needle prick that is performed to look for evidence of this phenomenon. Pathergy lesions are generally manifested clinically by erythematous induration at the location of skin trauma, which may remain as papules or progress to sterile pustules.
Pathergy is an exaggerated skin injury after minor trauma, often seen in Behcet disease. Learn about the skin pathergy test, its significance and other conditions that can cause pathergy.
Pathergy test is a skin reaction to trauma that can indicate Behçet's disease. Learn how to perform, interpret and apply the test in neurology practice.
Jul 29, 2023 · The pathergy test is a dermatological test that evaluates the skin response to minor trauma. It is used to diagnose conditions such as Behçet's disease and pyoderma gangrenosum, and has some limitations and considerations.
May 1, 2023 · The pathergy test is a nonspecific hypersensitivity skin reaction induced by needle prick that is performed to look for evidence of this phenomenon. Pathergy lesions are generally manifested clinically by erythematous induration at the location of skin trauma, which may remain as papules or progress to sterile pustules.
Pathergy is a skin condition in which a minor trauma such as a bump or bruise leads to the development of skin lesions or ulcers that may be resistant to healing. Pathergy can also lead to ulcerations at the site of surgical incisions. Pathergy is seen with both Behçet's disease and pyoderma gangrenosum. [1]
May 1, 2023 · The pathergy test is a nonspecific hypersensitivity skin reaction induced by needle prick that is performed to look for evidence of this phenomenon. Pathergy lesions are generally manifested clinically by erythematous induration at the location of skin trauma, which may remain as papules or progress to sterile pustules.
