Erythema multiforme in a premature infant associated with sepsis due to Pseudomonas

A case of erythema multiforme associated with septicemia due to pseudomonas in a premature infant is reported. A review of the recent literature indicates that rare cases of neonatal sepsis have been encountered in which erythema multiforme was associated with streptococcal, staphylococcal, and pseudomonas infections. It is, therefore, concluded that the appearance of this lesion in the newborn or premature infant should be considered a danger signal of possible sepsis.