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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Infantile acropustulosis | |||
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| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pustules]] on [[hands]] and [[feet]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = Infancy | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]] | |||
| differential = [[Scabies]], [[Impetigo]], [[Dyshidrotic eczema]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Topical corticosteroids]], [[Antihistamines]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Infantile Acropustulosis''' is a rare skin condition that primarily affects infants and young children. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles, and occasionally on other parts of the body. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years. | '''Infantile Acropustulosis''' is a rare skin condition that primarily affects infants and young children. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles, and occasionally on other parts of the body. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Infantile Acropustulosis typically presents with recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles. These pustules may also appear on other parts of the body. The pustules usually heal without scarring, but may leave temporary hyperpigmentation. | Infantile Acropustulosis typically presents with recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles. These pustules may also appear on other parts of the body. The pustules usually heal without scarring, but may leave temporary hyperpigmentation. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Infantile Acropustulosis is unknown. It is not contagious and is not caused by an infection. Some researchers believe it may be an unusual response to insect bites. | The exact cause of Infantile Acropustulosis is unknown. It is not contagious and is not caused by an infection. Some researchers believe it may be an unusual response to insect bites. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Infantile Acropustulosis is based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of Infantile Acropustulosis is based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of Infantile Acropustulosis is primarily aimed at relieving the itching. Topical corticosteroids may be used to reduce inflammation and itching. Oral antihistamines may also be used to help control the itching. | Treatment of Infantile Acropustulosis is primarily aimed at relieving the itching. Topical corticosteroids may be used to reduce inflammation and itching. Oral antihistamines may also be used to help control the itching. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for Infantile Acropustulosis is generally good. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years, although it may recur intermittently. | The prognosis for Infantile Acropustulosis is generally good. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years, although it may recur intermittently. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
* [[Pediatrics]] | * [[Pediatrics]] | ||
* [[Skin conditions]] | * [[Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:14, 4 April 2025
| Infantile acropustulosis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pustules on hands and feet |
| Complications | |
| Onset | Infancy |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis |
| Differential diagnosis | Scabies, Impetigo, Dyshidrotic eczema |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Topical corticosteroids, Antihistamines |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Infantile Acropustulosis is a rare skin condition that primarily affects infants and young children. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles, and occasionally on other parts of the body. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years.
Symptoms[edit]
Infantile Acropustulosis typically presents with recurrent episodes of itchy pustules on the palms and soles. These pustules may also appear on other parts of the body. The pustules usually heal without scarring, but may leave temporary hyperpigmentation.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Infantile Acropustulosis is unknown. It is not contagious and is not caused by an infection. Some researchers believe it may be an unusual response to insect bites.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Infantile Acropustulosis is based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of Infantile Acropustulosis is primarily aimed at relieving the itching. Topical corticosteroids may be used to reduce inflammation and itching. Oral antihistamines may also be used to help control the itching.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for Infantile Acropustulosis is generally good. The condition usually resolves spontaneously within a few years, although it may recur intermittently.
