Dyshidrosis (,[1] also known as \"acute vesiculobullous hand eczema,\"[2] \"cheiropompholyx,\"[3] \"dyshidrotic eczema,\"[3] \"pompholyx,\"[3] and \"podopompholyx\"[3]) is a 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. Incidence\/prevalence is said to be 1\/5,000 in the United States. However, many cases of eczema are diagnosed as garden-variety atopic eczema without further investigation, so it is possible that this figure is misleading. <\/p>\n
This condition is not contagious to others, but the compromised integument can increase susceptibility to infection, and the accompanying itching can be a source of psychological distress. <\/p>\n
The name comes from the word \"dyshidrotic,\" meaning \"bad sweating,\" which was once believed to be the cause, but this association is unproven; there are many cases present that have no history of excessive sweating. There are many different factors that may trigger the outbreak of dyshidrosis such as allergens, physical and\/or mental stress, or seasonal changes. <\/p>\n
Small blisters with the following characteristics: <\/p>\n
Advanced stage of dyshidrosis on the fingers <\/p>\n
Advanced stage of palmar dyshidrosis on the palm showing cracked and peeling skin <\/p>\n
Advanced stage of dyshidrosis on the foot. <\/p>\n
Rim of scale on the palmar surface of the thumb from a resolving dyshidrotic flare <\/p>\n
Causes of dyshidrosis are unknown. However, a number of triggers to the condition may include: <\/p>\n
There are many treatments available for dyshidrosis. However, few of them have been developed or tested specifically on the condition. <\/p>\n
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