1. NORD - National Organization For Rare Disorders, Inc. General Discussion. erythromelalgia is a rare condition that primarily affects the feet suffix "algia" indicates pain.) Although erythromelalgia typically affects both sides of the http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Erythromelalg

2. THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 16, Ch. 212, Peripheral Vascular Disorders The cause of primary erythromelalgia is unknown. Secondary erythromelalgia may occur in patients Diagnosis of erythromelalgia is based on the relationship of complaints to increased http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/section16/chapter212/212f.htm

This Publication Is Searchable The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy Section 16. Cardiovascular Disorders Chapter 212. Peripheral Vascular Disorders Topics [General] Peripheral Arterial Occlusion Thromboangiitis Obliterans Raynaud's Disease and Phenomenon ... Lipedema Erythromelalgia A rare syndrome of paroxysmal vasodilation with burning pain, increased skin temperature, and redness of the feet and, less often, the hands. The cause of primary erythromelalgia is unknown. Secondary erythromelalgia may occur in patients who have myeloproliferative disorders, hypertension, venous insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, SLE, RA, lichen sclerosus et atrophicus, gout, spinal cord disease, or multiple sclerosis. Diagnosis of erythromelalgia is based on the relationship of complaints to increased skin temperature. Secondary types should be differentiated from the rare primary type because correction of an underlying disorder may relieve symptoms. Differential diagnosis includes posttraumatic reflex dystrophies, shoulder-hand syndrome, causalgia, Fabry's disease, and bacterial cellulitis. Because erythromelalgia may precede a myeloproliferative disorder (even by several years), frequent blood counts may be indicated to allow early diagnosis and treatment of the latter. Attacks can be avoided or aborted by rest, elevation of the extremity, and cold applications. Therapy is not always successful. In primary erythromelalgia, aspirin 650 mg 1 to 4 times/day may provide prompt, prolonged relief. Avoiding factors that produce vasodilation is usually helpful, and vasoconstrictors (eg, ephedrine 25 mg po, propranolol 10 to 40 mg po qid, methysergide 1 mg po q 4 h) may also provide relief. In secondary erythromelalgia, the underlying disease should be treated.

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4. EMedicine - Erythromelalgia : Article By Robert J Nardino, MD erythromelalgia erythromelalgia is a rare disorder characterized by burning pain and warmth and redness of the extremities. Confusion exists in the literature concerning nomenclature and primary (idiopathic) and secondary erythromelalgia (most commonly associated with myeloproliferative http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic730.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Hematology Erythromelalgia Last Updated: March 10, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: erythermalgia, myeloproliferative disorder, arteriolar fibrosis, idiopathic erythromelalgia, platelet-mediated erythromelalgia, aspirin-sensitive erythromelalgia, primary erythermalgia, secondary erythermalgia, polycythemia vera, essential thrombocytosis AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Robert J Nardino, MD , Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital of Saint Raphael, Yale University School of Medicine Coauthor(s): Andrea LM Silber, MD , Fellowship Director of Oncology, Hospital of St Raphael; Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology-Oncology, Yale University School of Medicine Robert J Nardino, MD, is a member of the following medical societies:

5. Erythromelalgia This is a rare problem where the hands and feet get very red and painful in a warm environment. it was more likely a problem with blood vessels called erythromelalgia. I am still at a loss as http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/990317252.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Arthritis Feet By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Erythromelalgia Q: I enjoy reading your column and your article discussing Raynaud's disease was of particular interest to me. However, my feet get extremely hot and red. Both plantar fasciitis and peripheral neuropathy were suggested as possibilities. After much frustration, I went to Marshfield Clinic. The doctor did some nerve conduction tests and said it was more likely a problem with blood vessels called erythromelalgia. I am still at a loss as to why I have it and what I can do to treat it. Is that the end of my story or can you tell me more about it and where I might find someone familiar with this very uncomfortable situation? A: You have a rare problem, that is almost the opposite of Raynaud's , in which the fingers and toes turn color and get painful with exposure to cold. With erythromelalgia, the hands and feet get very red and painful in a warm environment. It is more common in men and usually begins around middle age. The feet are usually more involved than the hands, especially when the feet are hanging down for long periods. Erythromelalgia may be associated with high blood pressure, too many platelets or red cells in the blood, or a side effect of medications like nifedipine (blood pressure medicine).

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10. EMedicine - Erythromelalgia : Article Excerpt By: Robert J Nardino, MD erythromelalgia erythromelalgia is a rare disorder characterized by burning painand warmth and redness of the extremities. Excerpt from erythromelalgia. http://www.emedicine.com/med/byname/erythromelalgia.htm

(advertisement) Excerpt from Erythromelalgia Synonyms, Key Words, and Related Terms: erythermalgia, myeloproliferative disorder, arteriolar fibrosis, idiopathic erythromelalgia, platelet-mediated erythromelalgia, aspirin-sensitive erythromelalgia, primary erythermalgia, secondary erythermalgia, polycythemia vera, essential thrombocytosis Please click here to view the full topic text: Erythromelalgia Background: Erythromelalgia is a rare disorder characterized by burning pain and warmth and redness of the extremities. Confusion exists in the literature concerning nomenclature and classification, but, in general, a distinction is made between primary (idiopathic) and secondary erythromelalgia (most commonly associated with myeloproliferative disorders), as well as early- and late-onset disease. The name is derived from 3 Greek words— erythros (red), melos (extremities), and algos (pain). In 1938, Smith and Allen proposed the term erythermalgia to emphasize the characteristic warmth. They also proposed a distinction between primary (idiopathic) and secondary (due to underlying neurologic, hematologic, or vascular problems). At present, 2 competing classifications exist. Drenth (1994) and Michiels (1995) make a distinction between erythromelalgia and erythermalgia based on whether or not responsiveness to aspirin is present. They establish 3 categories—erythromelalgia (platelet-mediated and aspirin-sensitive), primary erythermalgia, and secondary erythermalgia. Kurzrock and Cohen (1991) make no distinction between the 2 but categorize patients as adult-onset (with idiopathic and secondary forms) and early-onset (idiopathic, childhood).

11. Introduction: Erythromelalgia - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to erythromelalgia as a medical condition including symptoms,diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/e/erythromelalgia/intro.htm

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12. Erythromelalgia - Information / Diagnosis / Treatment / Prevention home rare disorders erythromelalgia erythromelalgia. erythromelalgia(EM) Email group to discuss treatments and the affects of the condition. http://www.healthcyclopedia.com/rare-disorders/erythromelalgia.html

Home Health cyclopedia All Topics by Category The Good Health Search Engine Health Conditions A-Z Gurus ... rare disorders > erythromelalgia Erythromelalgia Information / Diagnosis / Treatment / Prevention External links (marked with an arrow ) open in a new window. This site is a web directory and does not offer medical advice. We cannot take responsibility for information found on listed sites. This Page Related Topics Medical Definition Health News Web Directory: Related Topics: Cardiovascular Disorders/Vascular Disorders Medical Definition: University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne Medical Dictionary: "erythromelalgia" Health News: Search millions of published articles for news on Erythromelalgia Modern Medicine Aging The Ardell Wellness Report HealthFacts Medical Post Medical Update Men's Health and the National Women's Health Report Note: Subscription required to access the full text of articles. Web Directory: Erythromelalgia (EM) Email group to discuss treatments and the affects of the condition. NORD: Erythromelalgia Sample report, plus links to organisations. [Fee required for full report.] The Erythromelalgia Association A non-profit organization dedicated to research and education regarding this painful disorder. Offers details about the disorder, the organization, FAQs and membership information.

13. Dr. Pribut On Erythromelalgia “ Synonymserythromelalgia, erythermalgia. Classification and Types...... erythromelalgia by Stephen M. Pribut, DPM. http://www.drpribut.com/sports/erythromelalgia.htm

Dr. Stephen M. Pribut's Sport Pages Sports Medicine Home Chess Shoes Office Erythromelalgia by Stephen M. Pribut, DPM Description: ... features of erythromelalgia include lower extremity vasodilatation, redness, burning pain and increase in temperature. Synonyms: Erythromelalgia, erythermalgia Classification and Types: Primary: sometimes reported as an autosomal dominant but most likely idiopathic Secondary: associated with other disorders such as myeloproliferative disorders and thrombocytosis. Smith and Allen in 1938 used the term erythermalgia to place an emphasis on the warmth noted with this disorder. They were the first to subdivide the disorder into primary and secondary. Two differing systems of classification exist today. Drenth and Michiels (1994, 1995) proposed using the terms erythromelalgia for a platelet-mediated form that is responsive to aspirin and use the terms primary and secondary erythermalgia for non-aspirin sensitive forms of the disorder. Kurzrock and Cohen (1991) subdivide the disorder into adult-onset idiopathic and adult-onset secondary along with early-onset idiopathic and early-onset childhood forms. The early onset form has a male to female ratio of 1:2.5. Secondary erythromelalgia caused by myeloproliferative disorders seem to occur in a male to female ratio of 3:2.

14. Erythromelalgia erythromelalgia. = recurrent burning pain in feet, with redness andincreased temperature, provoked by factors which usually cause http://www.geocities.com/davidscerri/erythromelalgia.htm

ERYTHROMELALGIA [ = recurrent burning pain in feet, with redness and increased temperature, provoked by factors which usually cause peripheral vasodilatation, ie. local heat, exercise, standing] systemic lupus erythematosus hypertension polycythaemia rubra vera other myeloproliferative disorders idiopathic click here to return to the main contents page of Differential Diagnoses in General Medicine

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16. Erythromelalgia The erythromelalgia Association (TEA). erythromelalgia The erythromelalgiaAssociation (TEA) National network. Founded 1999. Provides http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/shc29ery.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Quizzes, Calculators Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map You are in Medical Library Choose a Topic Our Content Sources Ask A Question Clinical Trials Health Guide A-Z Health Topics Symptoms Medical Tests Medications ... The Erythromelalgia Association (TEA) Erythromelalgia The Erythromelalgia Association (TEA) National network. Founded 1999. Provides emotional support and information for persons with erythromelalgia, their families and friends. Aim is to foster communication between members by sharing personal experiences, work with medical community to help find treatments and cures, and increase public awareness of this rare disorder. WRITE: TEA 4343 Roosevelt Way, NE, #305 Seattle, WA 98105 CALL: 860-529-5261 E-MAIL: ray-paul@ATT.net WEBSITE: http://www.erythromelalgia.org VERIFIED: 7/14/2003 The above information is based upon information available through the "verified" date at the end of each listing. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's resources are limited; it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

17. Erythromelalgia erythromelalgia Important It is possible that the main title of thereport erythromelalgia is not the name you expected. Please http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/nord245.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Quizzes, Calculators Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map You are in Medical Library Choose a Topic Our Content Sources Ask A Question Clinical Trials Health Guide A-Z Health Topics Symptoms Medical Tests Medications ... For a Complete Report Erythromelalgia Important It is possible that the main title of the report Erythromelalgia is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Synonyms Erythermalgia Gerhardt Disease Mitchell Disease Weir-Mitchell Disease Disorder Subdivisions Primary Erythromelalgia, Familial Secondary Erythromelalgia General Discussion Erythromelalgia is a rare condition that primarily affects the feet and, less commonly, the hands (extremities). It is characterized by intense, burning pain of affected extremities, severe redness (erythema), and increased skin temperature that may be episodic or almost continuous in nature. (The prefix "erythro-" denotes redness, "mel-" is a combining form meaning limb or limbs, and the suffix "-algia" indicates pain.) Although erythromelalgia typically affects both sides of the body (bilateral), it may sometimes involve only one side (unilateral). In addition, the disease course may be extremely variable from case to case. For example, in some individuals, symptom onset may be gradual (insidious), with the condition potentially remaining relatively mild for years. However, in others, it may have a sudden (acute) onset, possibly spreading and becoming severe over weeks.

18. Erythromelalgia Types And Treatments erythromelalgia Types and Treatments. This article submitted by Karl Granat on10/13/98. Email Address katlgra@aol.com Form letter on erythromelalgia http://neuro-www.mgh.harvard.edu/forum/ErythromelalgiaF/10.13.981.41PMErythromel

Erythromelalgia Types and Treatments This article submitted by Karl Granat on 10/13/98. Email Address: katlgra@aol.com Form letter on Erythromelalgia: Welcome!!! We wish to introduce you to our informal group on erythromelalgia (EM). What is Erythromelalgia? Erythromelalgia is a painful condition that has a very distinctive pattern of symptoms. It is diagnosed when the extremities are red, warm and painful- the pain is often described as burning. This pain is only relieved by cooling (often in cold water) or the elevation of the affected extremities. Secondary Erythromelalgia: This condition often accompanies tissue destroying disorders such as arthritis, lupus, or diabetes. It also often associated with potentially fatal disorders of the blood as well- which is why all who suffer from these symptoms should seek a diagnosis and treatment from a physician and have periodic blood tests thereafter. Secondary erythromelalgia can very often be treated successfully by your physician. Primary Erythromelalgia: Where no cause can be found, the condition is called primary erythromelalgia. Primary erythromelalgia is typically difficult to treat. This should be diagnosed by a physician in order to rule out some underlying disease process.

19. New Page 4 The symptoms you describe are classic for something called *erythromelalgia*,which literally means red, painful extremities. erythromelalgia http://www.the-doctors-inn.com/newpage4.htm

QUERY: In the past 4-5 yrs. any increase in body temperature(even slightly) ex.. wearing a sweater, drinking hot coffee, going inside during the winter or working inside all day if its too warm... causes my hands to swell and turn very red. It's almost painful. Now I'm noticing my feet are doing this as well. I haven't always been this way, I used to wear sweaters constantly,sleep with an electric blanket. Now I can't go in the sun in moderate heat with out being miserable. My doctors ran some tests, Its not diabetes, thyroid disorder, blood pressure, or glandular related, so they say. My allergies are, sulfa, shellfish, codiene are amoxicillian (for acne) 1 and 1/2 yrs. Celexa 30 mg for 8 months. If the temp decreases I am not as miserable, but still not normal. This is getting very frustrating and the doctors think I'm looney . I'm getting scared, It's very uncomfortable and is keeping me from being in a lot of situations. ANSWER: I'm glad you are pursuing the answers for your problem, especially since it seems to be getting worse with time. So far, so good - the thyroid

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