primary erythermalgia
Primary erythermalgia is characterized by intermittent attacks of red, warm, painful burning extremities. It spontaneously arises during early childhood and adolescence in the absence of any detectable underlying disorder.
Also known as: PERYTHM, primary erythromelalgia, Mitchell disease (formerly), neuropathy, small fibre, small fibre neuropathy.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with primary erythermalgia
The following symptoms have been associated with primary erythermalgia in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail....
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Jaw pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Dryness of the eye related to deficiency of the tear film components (aqueous, mucin, or lipid), lid surface a...
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Pain
An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage, or described...
Palpitations
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Pruritus
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Tests used to investigate primary erythermalgia
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating primary erythermalgia. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is primary erythermalgia?
primary erythermalgia is a health condition described in medical literature. Primary erythermalgia is characterized by intermittent attacks of red, warm, painful burning extremities. It spontaneously arises during early childhood and adolescence in the absence of any detectable underlying disorder.
What are the symptoms of primary erythermalgia?
primary erythermalgia is associated with 9 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Blurred vision, Constipation, Diarrhea, Jaw pain, Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, Myalgia. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is primary erythermalgia diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with primary erythermalgia include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have primary erythermalgia, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.