Common skin lesions in children Flashcards
one of the most common skin disorders in infants. The most common cause is irritant contact dermatitis due to occlusive diapers and prolonged exposure to urine and feces.
diaper dermatitis
candidiasis
Interigo
isa superficial inflammatory skin condition of the skin’s flexural surfaces, prompted or irritated by warm temperatures, friction, moisture, maceration, and poor ventilation.
intertrigo
isa common infection of the superficial layers of the epidermis that is highly contagious and most commonly caused by gram-positive bacteria.
impetigo
(eczema)isone of the most common forms of eczema, a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, dry and cracked.
atopic dermatits
(rubella) It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. It can cause severe disease, complications, and even death.
measles
is anacute infectious disease. It is caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV), which is a DNA virus that is a member of the herpesvirus group.
varicella