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===Risk Factors=== | ===Risk Factors=== | ||
*Genetic - having an affected parent increases likelihood of developing disease | |||
*Environmental - irritants such as soap and detergents; ''[[S. aureus]]''; extremes of temperature and humidity i.e. summer and sweating worsen condition; abrasive fabrics like wool; inhaled allergens; house-dust mite, pollens, pet hair, mould; some dietary factors | |||
*Endogenous - stress; hormonal changes in women. | |||
===Clinical Features=== | ===Clinical Features=== | ||
===Investigations=== | ===Investigations=== | ||
===Management=== | ===Management=== | ||
===Prognosis=== | ===Prognosis=== | ||
Revision as of 11:35, 9 December 2009
Definition
A form of dermatitis (epidermal inflammation). It represents a range of conditions.
Epidemiology
Affect 15-20% of school children and 2-10% of adults. Over 80% of cases prevent before the age of 5. It's slightly more common in females than in males.
Pathophysiology
Eczema is generally atopic i.e it is due to a hypersensitivity reaction. There are loads of things that exacerbate it outline in the risk factors on this page.
Risk Factors
- Genetic - having an affected parent increases likelihood of developing disease
- Environmental - irritants such as soap and detergents; S. aureus; extremes of temperature and humidity i.e. summer and sweating worsen condition; abrasive fabrics like wool; inhaled allergens; house-dust mite, pollens, pet hair, mould; some dietary factors
- Endogenous - stress; hormonal changes in women.