nikolsky's sign

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What does nikolsky's sign mean?

A clinical dermatological sign where slight rubbing of the skin results in exfoliation of the outermost layer.

Where does nikolsky's sign come from?

Named after Pyotr Nikolsky (1858–1940), Russian physician.

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