Dyshidrotic Dermatitis
Dyshidrotic dermatitis (pompholyx) is a form of hand eczema, slightly more common in women, which starts on the sides of the fingers as itchy little bumps and then develops into a rash. Dyshidrotic dermatitis often appears during times of stress. The condition can also affect only the feet.
Dyshidrotic Dermatitis Cause
Smokers have a higher incidence of this Dyshidrotic Dermatitis disease.
Emotional stress can make dyshidrotic dermatitis worse
Ingestion of allergens such as chromate, neomycin, quinoline, or nickel may cause some cases.
Dyshidrotic Dermatitis Treatment
In most cases no treatment is required. If treatment is desired, it may be helpful to apply a prescription to the skin or medication can be injected into the bumps themselves.
Aluminum subacetate, or Burrow's Solution, is a drying soak that can be used if the lesions ooze.
High strength topical steroids are often used to control itching.
Wear waterproof gloves while peeling and squeezing lemons, oranges, or grapefruit, peeling potatoes, and handling tomatoes.
Avoid direct contact with turpentine, paint thinner and paints. Also polishes for furniture, metal, floors, and shoes. When using them, wear heavy duty gloves because they contain irritating solvents.
Antibiotics may be needed if the skin is broken and infection is suspected.
Severe cases may be treated with oral methotrexate.
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