allergic contact dermatitis

Question 1

manif

Answer 1

■ On genitalia is o ten more f orid and symptomatic than at other sites.
■ Allergens:Topicallyappliedagents(medications,lubricants);haptensblottedontogenitalsbyhands
(e.g., poison ivy sap).
■ Symptoms: Intense pruritus, burning sensation; edema.
■ Clinical ndings:Erythema,microvesicles;edema;exudationo genitals(Fig.34-18).Withphytoder-
matitis (e.g., poison ivy or oak), lesions are usually present at other sites.
■ Diferentialdiagnosis:Genitalherpes,atopicdermatitis,andirritantdermatitis