Skin Manefestations of Systemic Disorders

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ecthyma gangrenosum, which is commonly associated with P aeruginosa bacteremia.

Typically, the lesions of


ecthyma gangrenosum progress very rapidly from a small erythematous macule to larger, nontender nodules with
necrosis. Ecthyma gangrenosum is caused by bacterial invasion through the media and adventitia of blood vessels,
and as a result, appropriate treatment consists of antibiotic therapy that covers P aeruginosa.

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