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Revision as of 22:33, 10 September 2020
Background
- Dermatitis, also known as eczema,
- Defined as a group of diseases that result in inflammation of the skin.
Dermatitis Types
- Atopic dermatitis
- Candida dermatitis
- Cercarial dermatitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Dermatitis herpetiformis
- Diaper dermatitis
- Dyshidrotic dermatitis
- Neonatal seborrhoeic dermatitis
- Nummular dermatitis
- Perianal streptococcal dermatitis
- Perioral dermatitis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Stasis dermatitis
Clinical Features
- Caracterized by itchiness, red skin and a rash.
- In cases of short duration, there may be small blisters, while in long-term cases the skin may become thickened.
- The area of skin involved can vary from small to covering the entire body.
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Disposition
- Typically outpatient
See Also
- Candida dermatitis
- Cercarial dermatitis
- Dermatitis herpetiformis
- Diaper dermatitis
- Neonatal seborrhoeic dermatitis
- Perianal streptococcal dermatitis
- Perioral dermatitis
- Poison Oak, Ivy, Sumac dermatitis