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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Tetter | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| pronunciation = | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[redness]], [[scaling]] | |||
| complications = [[Secondary infection]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = Various, including [[fungal infection]], [[allergic reaction]], [[irritant contact dermatitis]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Eczema]], [[psoriasis]], [[ringworm]] | |||
| prevention = Avoidance of known irritants, maintaining skin hygiene | |||
| treatment = [[Topical corticosteroids]], [[antifungal creams]], [[moisturizers]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
Tetter | Tetter | ||
'''Tetter''' is a term historically used to describe various skin diseases characterized by itching and inflammation. The term is now considered archaic and is rarely used in modern medical terminology. However, it has been used in historical texts to refer to conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and ringworm. | '''Tetter''' is a term historically used to describe various skin diseases characterized by itching and inflammation. The term is now considered archaic and is rarely used in modern medical terminology. However, it has been used in historical texts to refer to conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and ringworm. | ||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
The word "tetter" originates from the Old English "teter," which was used to describe skin eruptions. It is related to the Dutch "tetter" and the German "Zetter," both of which also refer to skin conditions. | The word "tetter" originates from the Old English "teter," which was used to describe skin eruptions. It is related to the Dutch "tetter" and the German "Zetter," both of which also refer to skin conditions. | ||
==Historical Usage== | ==Historical Usage== | ||
In historical medical literature, tetter was a catch-all term for skin diseases that caused itching and redness. Physicians in the past did not have the diagnostic tools available today, so many different conditions were grouped under this term. | In historical medical literature, tetter was a catch-all term for skin diseases that caused itching and redness. Physicians in the past did not have the diagnostic tools available today, so many different conditions were grouped under this term. | ||
==Types of Tetter== | ==Types of Tetter== | ||
===Eczema=== | ===Eczema=== | ||
[[Eczema]] is a condition that causes the skin to become inflamed or irritated. It is one of the most common conditions referred to as tetter in historical texts. Eczema can cause itching, redness, and swelling of the skin. | [[Eczema]] is a condition that causes the skin to become inflamed or irritated. It is one of the most common conditions referred to as tetter in historical texts. Eczema can cause itching, redness, and swelling of the skin. | ||
===Psoriasis=== | ===Psoriasis=== | ||
[[Psoriasis]] is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in the rapid growth of skin cells, leading to scaling on the skin s surface. It was often described as tetter due to its characteristic red patches and scales. | [[Psoriasis]] is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in the rapid growth of skin cells, leading to scaling on the skin s surface. It was often described as tetter due to its characteristic red patches and scales. | ||
===Ringworm=== | ===Ringworm=== | ||
[[Ringworm]] is a fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. It is characterized by ring-shaped, red, itchy patches on the skin. Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a fungus. | [[Ringworm]] is a fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. It is characterized by ring-shaped, red, itchy patches on the skin. Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a fungus. | ||
==Modern Terminology== | ==Modern Terminology== | ||
Today, the term tetter is largely obsolete in medical practice. Dermatologists use more specific terms to diagnose and describe skin conditions. The understanding of skin diseases has advanced significantly, allowing for more precise identification and treatment. | Today, the term tetter is largely obsolete in medical practice. Dermatologists use more specific terms to diagnose and describe skin conditions. The understanding of skin diseases has advanced significantly, allowing for more precise identification and treatment. | ||
==Cultural References== | ==Cultural References== | ||
The term tetter appears in various literary works and historical documents, often used to describe characters with skin afflictions. It serves as a reminder of the evolution of medical language and understanding. | The term tetter appears in various literary works and historical documents, often used to describe characters with skin afflictions. It serves as a reminder of the evolution of medical language and understanding. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
* [[Skin disease]] | * [[Skin disease]] | ||
* [[History of medicine]] | * [[History of medicine]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:09, 3 April 2025
| Tetter | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Itching, redness, scaling |
| Complications | Secondary infection |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Various, including fungal infection, allergic reaction, irritant contact dermatitis |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Eczema, psoriasis, ringworm |
| Prevention | Avoidance of known irritants, maintaining skin hygiene |
| Treatment | Topical corticosteroids, antifungal creams, moisturizers |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Tetter
Tetter is a term historically used to describe various skin diseases characterized by itching and inflammation. The term is now considered archaic and is rarely used in modern medical terminology. However, it has been used in historical texts to refer to conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and ringworm.
Etymology[edit]
The word "tetter" originates from the Old English "teter," which was used to describe skin eruptions. It is related to the Dutch "tetter" and the German "Zetter," both of which also refer to skin conditions.
Historical Usage[edit]
In historical medical literature, tetter was a catch-all term for skin diseases that caused itching and redness. Physicians in the past did not have the diagnostic tools available today, so many different conditions were grouped under this term.
Types of Tetter[edit]
Eczema[edit]
Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become inflamed or irritated. It is one of the most common conditions referred to as tetter in historical texts. Eczema can cause itching, redness, and swelling of the skin.
Psoriasis[edit]
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in the rapid growth of skin cells, leading to scaling on the skin s surface. It was often described as tetter due to its characteristic red patches and scales.
Ringworm[edit]
Ringworm is a fungal infection that affects the skin, scalp, and nails. It is characterized by ring-shaped, red, itchy patches on the skin. Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but by a fungus.
Modern Terminology[edit]
Today, the term tetter is largely obsolete in medical practice. Dermatologists use more specific terms to diagnose and describe skin conditions. The understanding of skin diseases has advanced significantly, allowing for more precise identification and treatment.
Cultural References[edit]
The term tetter appears in various literary works and historical documents, often used to describe characters with skin afflictions. It serves as a reminder of the evolution of medical language and understanding.
