Eczema

Question 1

Eczema Presentation

Answer 1

• Dry, itchy skin

- Erythema, scaling, vesicles, lichenification

Question 2

Eczema Epidemiology

Answer 2

• Commonly diagnosed before age 12

- FHx

Question 3

Eczema Investigations

Answer 3

• Clinical diagnosis

- Allergy testing may be indicated

Question 4

Eczema Differentials

Answer 4

• Psoriasis
• Contact dermatitis
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis
• Fungal infections

Question 5

Eczema Management

Answer 5

• Emollients
• Mild topical corticosteroid
• UV light therapy
• Systemic immune treatment if resistant