What Causes Red Nodules On The Lower Leg While Having Arthritis And Stress?
The condition was preceded by accuse pain without trauma Wednesday & Thursday mimicking a shin splint, X-ray showed no fracture. I am 62 and male. I'm not aware of having strep throat or other conditions normally associated with EN
Self limiting disease ,no direct relation to arthritis/Stress as cause.
Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel ,Orthopedic Surgeon.
In Erythema nodosum , red nodules are commonly seen in shin, and sometimes in other parts of lower limbs , is usually a self limiting disease and resolves by itself within 3-6 weeks . Fresh rashes may appear but again resolve over a period of time.
There is no direct co relation with arthritis /stress as causative factor ,though arthritis pains might occur with it and last longer than the red nodules. It is generally preceded by acute pain. Since it is a self healing disease , nothing need to be done actively, only supportive treatment depending on the symptoms , is required.
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