Dyshidrotic eczema Flashcards

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DDx for dyshidrotic eczema

A
Contact derm (classically to potassium dichromate or rubber) 
Tinea
ID reaction 
Pustular psoriasis
Juvenille plantar dermatosis
Rxn to IVIG
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Symptoms pts complain of with dyshidrotic eczema

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Itching &/ burning

hyperhidrosis

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Tx

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Open wet compresses to open the vesicles followed by moderate to potent topical steroids. Alternatives include Drysol to relieve hyperhidrosis, botox injections for hyperhidrosis, and phototherapy

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