Dyshidrosis
So far, we’ve covered quite a few types of eczema, and hopefully you have found the information therein to be of value to you. But we can’t forget those out there who may have one of the less common types of eczema, one of which is dyshidrosis. So to do things a bit differently this time out, we’ll be covering dyshidrosis. If you know you have it, then stay with us, but be aware of the symptoms. Just because you have a rash on your hands and feet does not mean that you should jump to a conclusion about what kind of eczema you may have.
What is Dyshidrosis?
Dyshidrosis (also knowm as dyshidrotic eczema among more technical names) is a type of eczema that is characterized by an itchy rash, which is primarily found on the hands; however, it can be found on the feet as well. When dyshidrotic eczema takes over the hands, you can find it mainly on the palms of your hands or on the sides of your fingers. On the other hand, when this skin condition takes over your feet, it will mainly appear on the sides of your toes and the soles of your feet. Dyshidrosis is considered to be a seasonal skin condition, as it comes and goes, particularly during the dry seasons. It is not known what causes dyshidrotic eczema; however, during the onset of this skin condition, you will notice blisters that are filled with fluid, and eventually the blisters will start itching. Although there is no specific age group that dyshidrosis primarily affects, children less than ten years are not affected by this skin condition.
Dyshidrosis Symptoms
Due to the fact the skin of your palm is very deep, the blisters may seem to be deep to you. Although very rare, redness is also considered to be one of the symptoms of dyshidrotic eczema. In cases of dyshidrosis that are more severe, the small blisters will spread and will form very large blisters. Sometimes, people who suffer from this skin condition (who do not think that it can get serious) will try to self medicate; however, self medicating can lead to irritation of the blisters. As such, it is always best to consult your family doctor or dermatologist, if you are experiencing symptoms of dyshidrotic eczema. In order to avoid irritating the condition, you should use petroleum jelly, topical creams, mild cleansers and mild soap on the affected areas. You should also try your best not to scratch your blisters, as this can make the condition worse; additionally, treatment will be longer.
Dyshidrosis Treatment
When you seek medical treatment for your dyshidrosis, there are a few treatments that your doctor will recommend to you. These treatments will include oral anti-itch medications like antihistamines, oral steroids like Prednisone, moisturizers, and topical ointments or steroids that you need to apply to the affected areas at least twice daily. If you are using topical or oral steroids, your treatment will start with a high dosage, and then it will be gradually reduced.
Generally, dyshidrotic eczema goes away by itself; however, it may return when the dry season returns as well. In severe cases of dyshidrosis, you may have complications like restricted use of your hands (or feet), severe pain and itching and bacterial infections. In such cases, your dermatologist will recommend that you get phototherapy treatment.
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