(L27) Dermatitis due to substances taken internally
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Diagnosis dermatitis due to substances taken internally is diagnosed Women are 15.22% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis dermatitis due to substances taken internally
1 414 (0.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis dermatitis due to substances taken internally
1 235 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease dermatitis due to substances taken internally - Men and Women aged 0-5
Disease Features dermatitis due to substances taken internally
Dermatitis due to substances taken internally - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - dermatitis due to substances taken internally
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected skin area
- Blood tests to check for allergies
- Skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
- Patch tests to identify the allergen
- Elimination diet to identify the food or drug responsible for the reaction
- Medication review to identify any drugs that may be causing the reaction
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Identify and avoid the substances that are causing the dermatitis.
- Prescribe topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching.
- Prescribe oral antihistamines to reduce itching.
- Prescribe oral antibiotics to reduce secondary infections.
- Prescribe oral immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe topical calcineurin inhibitors to reduce inflammation and itching.
- Prescribe systemic immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe topical immunomodulators to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe topical antifungals to reduce secondary infections.
- Prescribe oral retinoids to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe phototherapy to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe laser therapy to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe oral vitamins to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe topical moisturizers to reduce dryness.
Dermatitis due to substances taken internally - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease dermatitis due to substances taken internally
Spots on the skin
Spots on the skin can be caused by a variety of conditions, including infections, allergies, and even skin cancer. They can vary in size, shape, color, and texture, and can be raised or flat. Spots can develop gradually or suddenly, and may appear in clusters or as a single spot. Common types of spo...
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...
Papules
(Bumps, Pimples, Lesions, Nodules, Pustules, Wheals, Blisters, Acne, Cysts)
Papules are small, raised bumps on the skin that can range in size from a few millimeters to a few centimeters. They are usually firm and can be red, pink, or skin-colored. Papules can develop gradually or suddenly and may be itchy or painful. They can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as a...
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...
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...