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Definition of Erythema
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Erythema: Redness of the skin that results from capillary congestion. Erythema can occur with inflammation, as in sunburn and allergic reactions to drugs.