Case Report on Disseminated Eczema with Crystal Plaques

Abstract

Disseminated eczema is a type of dermatitis developing days or weeks at skin locations distant from the initial inflammatory or infectious site. They may be localised or generalised. It is an skin infection characterised by scaly, itchy lesions with reddish colour which may be localised or all over the body. Forearms, lower legs, thighs and trunk are commonly affected. Appearance varies and includes blisters, bumps, crusted plaques (discoid  eczema),  follicular  papules, morbilliform eruption, targetoid lesions and pompholyx (blisters on palms and soles). Left untreated may become infected with bacteria. Disseminated eczema or id reaction can be treated through a combination of antihistamines, Topical medications, and oral medications. The prognosis is typically productive with suitable treatment, also the outcome depends upon the primary reason for eczema