Eczema Flashcards
1
Q
What is Eczema
A
- sore and inflamed rash
- very dry and flaky skin
- irritated and itchy skin
2
Q
Where is eczema usually found
A
- face
- hands
- limb fixtures (behind knees and elbows)
3
Q
What is the overall umbrella term that encompasses eczema
A
Dermatitis
4
Q
What type of dermatitis is eczema
A
Atopic Dermatitis
(genetic tendency to be hyper allergic)
5
Q
What is Contact dermatitis
A
response/allergy to external factors
6
Q
What are the 2 types of Contact dermatitis
A
Irritant
Allergic
7
Q
What is irritant contact dermatitis
A
substance directly damages outer layer of skin
8
Q
what is allergic contact dermatitis
A
substance causes immune response
9
Q
Dermatitis referal
A
- infected skin
- severe rash (widespread)
- broken skin
- face
- anogenital areas
- OTC failure >7 days
- symptoms for more than 2 weeks
10
Q
OTC treatment: Emollients
A
hydrates and soothes
- Dermol 500 Lotion
- Aveeno, Centreban cream
- Epaderm ointment
- soap substitutes (aqueous cream)
- bath additives (oilatum bath oil)
11
Q
OTC treatment: Steroids
A
reduces inflammation
- hydrocortisone (10+)
- clobetasone (12+)
apply thinly once or twice daily
12
Q
Licensing for OTC steroid topical
A
- max 15g pack size
- max 7 day usage
- not for broken/ infected skin
- not for face or genitals
- not for pregnancy
13
Q
Topical steroids contraindications
A
- acne
- rosacea
- skin infections
14
Q
OTC treatment: Itch relief
A
- Calamine / Crotamiton (Eurax)
15
Q
Dermatitis Advice
A
- do not apply a lot of steroids as can thin skin
- apply emollient first, 30 mins to apply steroid
- use soap substitutes
