Palmar Erythema

Abstract

Palmar erythema The condition can be: Primary (or physiological) Secondary (to various disease states) It is probably a manifestation of a number of underlying pathophysiological processes, the balance of which varies between different causes. These processes include: Increased cardiac output/hyperdynamic circulation Capillary dilatation in the palms, due to local factors or systemic mediators Localised inflammation High circulating oestrogen levels