DERMATITIS

The terms eczema and dermatitis are often used interchangeably to describe the same condition. Dermatitis is characterized by a rash, dryness of skin, itching, and redness of skin. The symptoms of dermatitis occur due to the over production of damaging inflammatory skin cells and continue to worsen as a result of certain factors in the environment.

Friday, May 06, 2005

Pustular Dermatitis

Pustular dermatitis may cause blister-like lesions of non-infectious pustules (yellow pus spots) and intense scaling usually found on the hands or feet. They tend to become red and scaly and may crack. Individuals with pustular psoriasis can be seriously ill and may require hospitalization during the course of their treatment. Hyperlinearity atopic dermatitis occurs in the palms and results in increased numbers and depth of the lines on the palms of the hands with little redness.