Eczema herpeticum
Eczema Herpeticum
Eczema Herpeticum (pronounced: ek-zuh-muh hur-peh-ti-kum) is a rare but severe dermatological condition that generally occurs in people with skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis or eczema. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Etymology
The term "Eczema Herpeticum" is derived from the words "eczema", which is a term for conditions that cause the skin to become inflamed or irritated, and "herpeticum", which refers to the herpes virus. The term was first used in the early 20th century to describe a severe, disseminated skin infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Eczema Herpeticum include painful, itchy skin lesions that may be filled with pus, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. The skin lesions typically appear in clusters and may spread to other parts of the body.
Causes
Eczema Herpeticum is caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is the same virus that causes cold sores and genital herpes. The virus can enter the body through broken skin, such as that caused by eczema or other skin conditions, and cause a severe skin infection.
Treatment
Treatment for Eczema Herpeticum typically involves antiviral medications to control the herpes virus, as well as treatments to manage the symptoms of eczema. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eczema herpeticum
- Wikipedia's article - Eczema herpeticum
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