Gianotti–Crosti syndrome (also known as `Infantile papular acrodermatitis,` `Papular acrodermatitis of childhood,` and `Papulovesicular acrolocated syndrome`{rp|389}) is a reaction of the skin to a viral infection. Hepatitis B and Epstein-Barr virus are the most frequently reported etiologies. Other incriminated viruses are hepatitis A, he...
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<syndrome> A cutaneous manifestation of hepatitis B infection occurring in young children; an exanthem comprised of dusky papules on the legs, buttocks, and extensors of the arms; it lasts 2 to 8 weeks and is associated with adenopathy and malaise. ... Synonym: papular acrodermatitis of childhood. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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(jah-not´e kros´te) a viral disease of young children, generally benign and self-limited, characterized by skin colored or reddish, flat-topped, firm papules forming a symmetrical eruption in an acral distribution, usually on the face, buttocks, or limbs, including the palms and soles. Symptoms are mild; the child...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: jah-nawt′ē krōs′tē Definitions: 1. a cutaneous manifestation of hepatitis B infection occurring in young children; an exanthem comprising nonpruritic dusky papules on the legs, buttocks, and extensors of the arms; Gianotti-Crosti syndrome lasts 2-8 weeks and is associated with adenopathy, anicter...
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Gianotti-Crosti syndrome was originally described as a response to hepatitis B infection, but similar lesions can occur secondary to EB virus, as well as many other viruses. Affecting mainly children, an eruption of erythematous papules develops on the extensor thighs, buttocks, arms and finally on the face over 3 to 6 days. The papules may be purp...
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