DERMATITIS Resource

Types of Dermatitis - Eczema

Atopic dermatitis: a chronic skin disease characterized by itchy, inflamed skin

Contact eczema: a localized reaction that includes redness, itching, and burning where the skin has come into contact with an allergen (an allergy-causing substance) or with an irritant such as an acid, a cleaning agent, or other chemical

Dyshidrotic eczema: irritation of the skin on the palms of hands and soles of the feet characterized by clear, deep blisters that itch and burn

Neurodermatitis: scaly patches of the skin on the head, lower legs, wrists, or forearms caused by a localized itch (such as an insect bite) that become intensely irritated when scratched

Nummular eczema: coin-shaped patches of irritated skin-most common on the arms, back, buttocks, and lower legs-that may be crusted, scaling, and extremely itchy

Seborrheic eczema: yellowish, oily, scaly patches of skin on the scalp, face, and occasionally other parts of the body

Stasis dermatitis: a skin irritation on the lower legs, generally related to circulatory problems

Skin Features of Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic pleat (Dennie-Morgan fold): an extra fold of skin that develops under the eye

Cheilitis: inflammation of the skin on and around the lips

Hyperlinear palms: increased number of skin creases on the palms

Hyperpigmented eyelids: eyelids that have become darker in color from inflammation or hay fever

Ichthyosis: dry, rectangular scales on the skin

Keratosis pilaris: small, rough bumps, generally on the face, upper arms, and thighs

Lichenification: thick, leathery skin resulting from constant scratching and rubbing

Papules: small raised bumps that may open when scratched and become crusty and infected

Urticaria: hives (red, raised bumps) that may occur after exposure to an allergen, at the beginning of flares, or after exercise or a hot bath - National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)

Continued - Dermatitis Causes