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DYSHIDROTIC ECZEMA

Dyshidrotic eczema is a skin problem that leads to the formation of blisters in the soles of the feet or the palms of the hands. The blisters are often itchy and they may have fluid; they usually appear for two to four weeks and may be due to stress or seasonal allergies.

There are many types of eczema. These are as follows:

  • Atopic dermatitis
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Dyshidrotic eczema
  • Nummular eczema
  • Seborrheic dermatitis
  • Stasis dermatitis

Dyshidrotic eczema, also known as pompholyx or Pompholyx dyshidrotic eczema causes tiny blisters in the fingers, the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet.

 

Dyshidrotic eczema can have the following symptoms:

  • Blisters in the fingers, toes, hands, or feet
  • Itchiness
  • Flakiness of the skin
  • Cracked skin
  • Tenderness

DIAGNOSIS

The doctor will diagnose dyshidrotic eczema by examining the skin. He or she may do the following tests:

  • Skin biopsy
  • Allergy skin testing

 

MEDICATIONS/TREATMENT

Your doctor can treat dyshidrotic eczema by giving the following treatments:

  • Corticosteroid cream or ointment
  • UV light treatments
  • Draining large blisters
  • Antihistamines
  • Various anti-itch creams
  • Immune-suppressing ointments
  • Antibiotics or other medications to treat the infection
  • Moisturizers

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