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Stasis dermatitis is diagnosed clinically by assessing the appearance of red plaques on the lower legs and the inner side of the ankle. Stasis dermatitis can resemble a number of other conditions, such as cellulitis and contact dermatitis, and at times needs the use of a duplex ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis or if clinical diagnosis alone is not sufficient.
Peak symptoms: The rash usually reaches its peak intensity within 3–4 days after onset. [1] [4] Associated symptoms, such as itching, burning sensation, and mild swelling are often most pronounced during this stage. [3] Resolution phase: In most cases, the rash and associated symptoms begin to subside after 3–4 days without specific treatment.
Tinea cruris is not life-threatening and treatment is effective, particularly if the symptoms have not been present for long. [5] However, recurrence may occur. The intense itch may lead to lichenification and secondary bacterial infection. Irritant and allergic contact dermatitis may be caused by applied medications.
Atopic dermatitis of the inside crease of the elbow: Specialty: Dermatology, Clinical Immunology and Allergy: Symptoms: Itchy, red, swollen, cracked skin [2] Complications: Skin infections, hay fever, asthma [2] Usual onset: Childhood [2] [3] Causes: Unknown [2] [3] Risk factors: Family history, living in a city, dry climate [2] Diagnostic method
If non-invasive treatment measures fail, tarsal tunnel release surgery may be recommended. Tarsal tunnel release is a form of a nerve decompression to relieve pressure on the tibial nerve. The incision is made behind the ankle bone and then down towards but not as far as the bottom of foot. The posterior tibial nerve is identified above the ankle.
Symptoms: Itching, scaling, redness of the foot [3] Causes: Funguses (Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, Microsporum) [4] Diagnostic method: Based on symptoms, confirmed by culture or microscopy [4] Prevention: Avoiding walking barefoot in public showers, keeping toenails short, wearing big enough shoes, changing socks daily [4] [5] Treatment
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Dysesthesia is among symptoms of neuropathy (along with paresthesias, gait disturbance, weakness, and absent DTRs). Dysesthesia, along with polyneuropathy can be a symptom of nerve damage caused by Lyme disease. [4] The dysesthetic sensations continue after the successful antibiotic treatment of Lyme disease.