Discoid Eczema

Question 1

Answer 1

Question 2

What are the features of discoid eczema?

Answer 2

• Typically present as round or oval plaques on the extremities
• The lesions are extremely itchy
• Central clearing may occur giving a similar appearance to tinea corporis

Question 3

How is discoid eczema managed?

Answer 3

• Similar to normal eczema
• Co-existent bacterial infection is common and may require treatment.