Other Causes of Erythema Nodosum

Mysterious Rash

    Idiopathic (30-50% cases)

    Infections

    • Bacterial e.g. Streptococcal, tuberculosis, leprosy
    • Viral e.g. Epstein Barr
    • Fungal e.g. Histoplasma

    Autoimmune

    • Sarcoidosis, Inflammatory bowel diseases, Behcet's

    Cancers

    • Lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, carcinoid

    Pregnancy

    Medication

    • Sulphonamides, penicillins, oral contraceptive