Meadowgrass Dermatitis

Symptoms After brief contact with an appropriate plant, e.g., during gardening or play and exposure to sunlight, a skin rash forms with a delay within 1-4 days. It manifests itself in severe reddening of the skin with the formation of vesicles and blisters at the sites of contact and, depending on the contact with the … Meadowgrass Dermatitis

Eczema on the face

Definition of eczema on the face In addition to eczema on the body, eczema on the face can also occur. Statistically, other parts of the body are more likely to be affected. In the area of the face, eczema occurs mainly in the cheek region or in the area of the nose. Facial eczema is … Eczema on the face

Symptoms of eczema on the scalp | Eczema of the scalp

Symptoms of eczema on the scalp Affected persons with seborrhoeic scalp eczema complain above all about yellowish, large and greasy feeling scales. Below the scales the scalp is reddened, some affected persons also suffer from discrete itching. Accompanying an unpleasant smell can emanate from the scalp, since the scales are a good breeding ground for … Symptoms of eczema on the scalp | Eczema of the scalp

Prognosis | Eczema of the scalp

Prognosis The infant’s seborrhoeic eczema usually heals without residue within weeks to a few months without treatment. In adults, especially those with immunodeficiency, a chronic, i.e. permanent course or relapsing disease activity is not uncommon. All articles in this series: Eczema of the scalp Symptoms of eczema on the scalp Scalp eczema in babies Prognosis

Eczema of the scalp

Definition The term eczema is used to describe various skin diseases that are mainly characterized by itching. The word “dermatitis” is also often used synonymously instead of eczema. Eczema is triggered by a variety of causes. There is a sequence of certain skin reactions typical of skin eczema, including reddening of the skin, blistering, weeping, … Eczema of the scalp

Eczema on the hand

Definition Eczema in general is a reddening of the skin, usually caused by allergic reactions, which usually itches moderately to severely, but can also flake. Eczema is an acute or chronic inflammatory reaction of the skin. Responsible for the development of eczema on the hand are mainly the T-cells of the body. In the area … Eczema on the hand

Ammonium Bituminosulfonate

Products Ammonium bituminosulfonate is commercially available in many countries in the form of ointments (e.g., Ichtholan, Leucene). It is the typical ingredient of the so-called traction ointments. Ammonium bituminosulfonate used to be frequently used for the preparation of dermatological magistral formulations. It is also known under the names ichthammol or ichthyol. Medicinally, ammonium bituminosulfonate has … Ammonium Bituminosulfonate

Erysipelas Skin Infection: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

Symptoms Erysipelas manifests as a painful, hyperthermic, clearly demarcated, shiny, and flaming redness of the skin with swelling. In addition to local reactions, flu-like general symptoms such as fever, chills, nausea, and poor general condition occur. The lymphatic channels are inflamed, the lymph nodes swell and hurt. Young and old people are most affected. Typically, … Erysipelas Skin Infection: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

Sunburn with the child

Introduction Sunburn is the damage to the skin caused by sunlight, which can be accompanied by pain, itching, redness, warming and detachment of the uppermost layer of skin. The causes are the UVB rays contained in sunlight and insufficient sun protection. Sunburn is a risk factor for the long-term development of skin cancer, especially if … Sunburn with the child