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Causes include infection with dermatophytosis, Mycobacterium, viruses, bacteria and parasites. Eczematous conditions including contact allergic dermatitis and stasis dermatitis as well as stitches and trauma have also been associated with id reactions. [2] Radiation treatment of tinea capitis has been reported as triggering an id reaction. [8]
A type of dermatitis may be described by location (e.g., hand eczema), by specific appearance (eczema craquele or discoid) or by possible cause (varicose eczema). Further adding to the confusion, many sources use the term eczema interchangeably for the most common type: atopic dermatitis .
692.72 Solar radiation dermatitis; 692.75 Disseminated actinic porokeratosis; 692.8 Contact dermatitis and other eczema due to other specified agents. 692.81 Dermatitis, due to cosmetics; 692.83 Dermatitis, due to metals; 692.9 Contact dermatitis NOS; 693 Dermatitis due to substances taken internally. 693.0 Dermatitis due to drugs and medicines ...
Children 1 to 10 years of age [2] Duration: Usually 6–12 months, may last up to four years [1] Types: MCV-1, MCV-2, MCV-3, MCV-4 [3] Causes: Molluscum contagiosum virus spread by direct contact or contaminated objects [4] Risk factors: Weak immune system, atopic dermatitis, crowded living conditions [2] Diagnostic method: Based on appearance ...
Swimmer's itch, cercarial dermatitis or schistosome dermatitis is a short-term allergic contact dermatitis occurring in the skin of humans that have been infected by water-borne schistosomes, a type of flatworm. It is common in freshwater, brackish and marine habitats worldwide. [1]
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes redness, flushing, and small bumps on the face that may be pus-filled, swollen, tender, [and] acne-like, says Dr. Kamangar. The rash can occur ...
Many contact sensitizers or irritants are known to cause contact dermatitis superimposed on nummular dermatitis. Studies have implicated nickel, cobalt, chromate, and fragrance as likely culprits. [6] [7] Xerosis, or dehydration of skin is also a likely cause. [8] Infection with Staphylococcus aureus bacteria or Candida albicans may also play a ...
Generally, diseases outlined within the ICD-10 codes B35-B49 within Chapter I: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases should be included in this category. Mycosis-related cutaneous conditions are caused by fungi or yeasts , and may present as either a superficial or deep infection of the skin.