What is Erythema?

9. Palmar Erythema

Most types of erythema don’t affect the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet. Palmar erythema is an atypical condition that causes redness around the base of the palm, thumb, and little finger. Occasionally, the fingers may also become discolored. The degree of redness depends on temperature, emotional state, pressure, and arm position. There are many possible causes of palmar erythema. Extremely rarely, it may be hereditary, though it usually results from pregnancy or diseases such as liver cirrhosis. Because the condition often has no other symptoms, treatment is not necessary.