Erythema Multiforme
Tru finally has a diagnosis! She has erythema multiforme as a result of a an allergic reaction to amoxycillin. Erythema multiforme (er-a-THEEM-a mul-tee-FOR-mee) is a specific type of rash that is characterized by spots that look like three concentric circles: an outer red ring followed by a normal skin colored ring, followed by an inner red ring. Swelling causes peteciae (pa-TEE-kee-ah) (bright red dots underneath the skin caused by bursting capillaries), which causes the rash to turn from red to purple after time. Its most common between ages 3 and 20, and is supposed to be very rare under age 3. There is a form of EM that can be very serious, but that form is even rarer and characterized by lesions in the mouth, which Tru does not have.
She is on steroids now and seems like it isn’t getting any worse. The doctor says it will be bad like this for about 5 more days then it will last 3-4 more weeks but not as bad. That is a *good* thing because she’s really unhappy now from what seems like constant burning and itching. 
She’s also officially allergic to penicillins.
All, please pray for her. It breaks our hearts.
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Oh, my gosh! poor gal- I know it's hard to see your baby feeling bad. I hope she's 100% tomorrow.
I'm so sad that Tru is not feeling good. We are praying for you guys! Let us know if we can do anything.
Poor baby! I hope she gets better right away and that you two get some rest. How are you doing, Michael? Are you well?
Wish we were there to help.
Praying for all three.
Poor Tru! I hope she gets well soon!!
Michael's feeling better, but not all well yet. He's still sleeping until about 10AM and going into work late in hopes that lots of rest will heal him!
oh my! She doesn't even look the same. Poor thing! If there is anything I can do call!!!!! Have you introduced any new foods lately? I've never heard of this rash before. Praying for you all to get well soon!
Might it be the pizza?
Erin,
Sydney has had to be on steroids numerous times for her eczema but they have also given her something called Atarax for the itching and to help her sleep. It seems to take the edge off a little for her but she still scratches. I'm so sorry about poor Tru. I know we have tried oatmeal baths and multiple creams. I hope she gets better soon. When Sydney has flare ups we also try not to use soap when we bath her and keep the house cool and put her in long sleeves and long pants with socks just to keep her from itching. Anyway, sorry to go on so long. We'll be praying for her and the both of you. Jessica
i wish i had made plans to come see you guys this weekend and help ya'll out. defnately call me if you need me. i can't help but get teary looking at this pic. i am praying for all of you.
love ally
Aw, looking at that photo makes me want to hold that child until she's all better. Poor kid.
I'm glad to hear that this is not something that might have worse implications. I hope the steroids do their job, and fast!
Bless her little heart. She looks so miserable and I know she is. I pray that she can soon get some relief so all of you can get some rest. I will continue to pray for all of you. Thanks for keeping the web site up to date for us.