(L26) Exfoliative dermatitis

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33 968 in individuals diagnosis exfoliative dermatitis confirmed

6 933 deaths with diagnosis exfoliative dermatitis

20% mortality rate associated with the disease exfoliative dermatitis

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis exfoliative dermatitis is diagnosed Men are 31.37% more likely than Women

22 312

Men receive the diagnosis exfoliative dermatitis

2 782 (12.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

11 656

Women receive the diagnosis exfoliative dermatitis

4 151 (35.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease exfoliative dermatitis - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 0

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 90-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-89

Disease Features exfoliative dermatitis

Infectious Contact

High individual risk, low public risk

Exfoliative dermatitis - what does this mean

Exfoliative dermatitis is a skin condition that is characterized by redness, scaling, and flaking of the skin. it is caused by an overactive immune response to an infection, allergy, or irritation of the skin. it can also be triggered by certain medications, hormonal changes, or cancer.

What happens during the disease - exfoliative dermatitis

Exfoliative dermatitis is an inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by redness, scaling, and flaking of the skin. it is believed to be caused by an overactive immune system which leads to inflammation and an excessive production of skin cells. this results in the accumulation of dead skin cells which causes the scaling and flaking of the skin. exfoliative dermatitis can be triggered by a variety of factors, including medications, skin irritants, and underlying medical conditions. treatment usually involves the use of topical steroids, topical calcineurin inhibitors, and oral medications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Clinical examination of the skin
Skin biopsy
Blood tests to check for any underlying medical condition
Patch testing to rule out any contact allergies
Allergy tests
Complete blood count (CBC) to check for inflammation
Culture tests to check for any bacterial or fungal infections
Imaging tests such as X-ray or CT scan
Tissue sample analysis

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation and irritation while controlling the spread of the disease.

Prescribe topical corticosteroids
Prescribe oral corticosteroids
Prescribe topical calcineurin inhibitors
Prescribe oral antibiotics
Prescribe topical emollients
Prescribe topical antifungal and antibacterial medications
Prescribe phototherapy
Prescribe systemic immunosuppressants
Provide patient education on proper skin care

13 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Exfoliative dermatitis - Prevention

Exfoliative dermatitis can be prevented by avoiding triggers such as irritating soaps, detergents, and other chemicals, using milder soaps and detergents, and avoiding excessive exposure to sunlight and extreme temperatures. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene and wear loose-fitting clothes made of natural fibers to reduce irritation.

Main symptoms of the disease exfoliative dermatitis

Rash

(Eruption, Dermatitis, Skin irritation, Hives, Itching, Inflammation, Redness, Bumps, Blotches, Scaly patch)

A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It may appear as red bumps, patches, or blisters and can be itchy, dry, or painful. It can develop suddenly or over time and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, infections, and irritants. Common rashes include eczema, hives, and...

Age: any ageAccociated with 103 diseases

Blisters on the skin

Blisters are small pockets of fluid that form on the skin. They can range in size from tiny dots to large patches. They are often itchy and can be filled with clear fluid, pus, or blood. Blisters can be caused by friction, burns, infections, and other skin conditions. They can develop suddenly or gr...

Age: any ageAccociated with 19 diseases

Peeling skin

Peeling skin is a symptom of a variety of skin conditions, often characterized by redness, flaking, and dryness. It can occur in patches or over the entire body. It develops due to a disruption of the skin's protective barrier, which can be caused by environmental factors, such as sun exposure, or u...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 36 diseases

High temperature 38-42°

(Fever, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heatstroke, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Hypertherm, High fever, High temperature, Elevated temperature)

High temperature, also known as fever, is a symptom of infection or illness. It is characterized by an elevated body temperature of 38-42°C (100-107°F). It is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, sweating, headache, and malaise. Fever develops when the body's thermoregulatory system...

Age: any ageAccociated with 129 diseases

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