Erythropedesis [Erythropedesis; Erythro- + (Dia)Pede]

Erythropedesia is a symptom that can occur with various blood diseases, such as anemia, leukemia, thrombocytopenia and others. This symptom manifests itself in the form of red dots on the skin, which can be small or large, and can be located on any part of the body.

Symptoms of erythropedesia appear after taking certain medications, chemicals, and alcohol. They may be accompanied by disturbances in general condition, fever, headache, convulsions, etc. The basis of action of erythropedesin is hypoxia. Under the influence of exogenous oxygen, hemoglobin quickly turns into oxyhemoglobin, but remains in this state for only half an hour or an hour, then is restored again