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Dyshidrotic dermatitis
Skin condition that is characterized by small blisters on the hands or feet. It is an acute, chronic, or recurrent dermatosis of the fingers, palms, and soles, characterized by a sudden onset of many deep-seated pruritic, clear vesicles; later, scaling, fissures and lichenification occur. Recurrence is common and for many can be chronic.
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A member asked:
I believe I have pompholyx or dyshidrotic eczema (dyshidrotic dermatitis), probably the latter. How can I treat this?
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A 23-year old male asked:
I have dyshidrotic dermatitis for more than 15 years. Steroids only lessens flare ups. No steroids, they come back. What do I do?
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A 22-year old male asked:
Could you be affected by 2 different types of eczema at the same time? Say Dyshidrotic Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis?
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A 24-year old male asked:
I don't think I have contact dermatitis. I think it's "dyshidrosis" from what i've read online though how would i know?...It's spreading!
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A 32-year old asked:
How should I treat dyshidrosis?
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A 38-year old female asked:
Is there a vaccine for dyshidrotic eczema?
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A member asked:
I have dyshidrosis and the blusters turned black from the inside. What could it be?
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A 16-year old female asked:
What causes dyshidrotic eczema?
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A 31-year old asked:
What's done for dyshidrosis eczema?
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A member asked about a male:
How can I cure my dyshidrosis on my fingers?
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A 18-year old male asked:
What is the best way to treat dyshidrotic exema. (without cream?
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A 32-year old female asked:
How can I treat my Dyshidrosis eczema that only hits me in summer every year. ?
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A 41-year old asked:
Dyshidrotic eczema but not itchy, what to do?
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A 32-year old asked:
Is dyshidrotic eczema an autoimmune disorder? How is it treated?
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A 37-year old male asked:
What is the best way to treat Dyshidrosis Eczema over the counter?
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A 35-year old female asked:
I have dyshidrosis. (nickel?) 1st break out lasted about a year & a half, went away for about 2 & is back. Need a successful cream recommendation...
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A 19-year old male asked:
Dyshidrotic Eczema is not linked to Asthma. Only Atopic Eczema is linked to Asthma( hence the term "Atopic March") Is this correct?
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A female asked:
How do you get rid of dyshidrosis on fingers?
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A 35-year old female asked:
Can I use Clobetasol ointment or cream for eczema? (dyshidrotic eczema) until when? Thanks.
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A 44-year old female asked:
My father had Agt Orange Disease(s). Myself+3 siblings have "Pompholyx" or "Dyshidrotic Eczema" our dad had this too. Possible caused from Agt Orange?
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A 16-year old male asked:
I have small little clusters of blisters on my feet which I think are dyshidrotic eczema. (Had since a kid) but now its flaring up a lot. I previously used steroid(0.05%) treatment but after a few days of not using, it came back. How can I treat it?
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A 19-year old female asked:
Dyshidrotic eczema on hands: steroid cream + antibiotic ointment for infected blister. How long after applying these can I go to the bathroom/wash my hand(s) (only using non-infected hand)? And can I put gauze or gloves on at night after applying?
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A 26-year old male asked:
Can one get dyshidrosis on the inner wrist? I have bumps that look and act a lot like dyshidrosis?
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A 35-year old female asked:
I was diagnosed with dyshidrotic eczema. I dont know whats triggering it. Im on my antihistamines. But are there any specific diet I should follow?
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A 25-year old male asked:
I have clear bumps that seem to have fluid inside near my elbow, almost like dyshidrosis bumps but a bit bigger. They kinda itch but don't always. Dry skin?
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A 23-year old female asked:
What can I use to treat my dyshidrotic eczema? It is located on my hands and is constantly itching.
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A 21-year old female asked:
I have what it seems to be dyshidrosis eczema. They only appear when hands are wet. How to treat this? Very annoying.
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A female asked:
Bumps on hands and fingers come and go, flesh colored or red.Dark dot in center.Sometimes itch almost always hurt to touch or open bottles.Dyshidrotic?
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A 16-year old male asked:
Can I apply topical steroids for dyshidrotic eczema before bed?
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A 20-year old female asked:
I think i may have dyshidrotic eczema on my fingers. Some of my nail beds are puffy, and their respective nails warped. Is there a connection?
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