Dermatology

Question 1

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) - diagnosis

Answer 1

Clinical criteria:
- Pruritic skin (itchiness)
PLUS 3 of following
- History of skin crease involvement
- Visible dermatitis on flexural surfaces
- History of asthma or hay fever
- Presence of generally dry skin in past year
- Symptoms before age of 2