Chapter 16:: Vesicular Palmoplantar Eczema

Question 1

is a dermatitis of the hands and feet characterized by small to large blisters clinically and spongiotic vesicles histologically.

Answer 1

Vesicular palmoplantar eczema

Question 2

Four categories of vesicular palmoplantar eczema

Answer 2

pompholyx
chronic vesiculobullous hand dermatitis
hyperkeratotic hand dermatitis
id reactions

Question 3

Pompholyx has also been reported after ingestion of piroxicam, after ingestion of certain metals in predisposed or sensitized patients most commonly:

Answer 3

nickel, cobalt, and chromate.

Question 4

Friction in lichen simplex chronicus may be an important factor in some cases.

Answer 4

Hyperkeratotic hand dermatitis