Diagnosis of Eczema

The diagnosis of Atopic dermatitis is largely done on the basis of history and physical examination. For identifying a skin lesion as Atopic dermatitis at least 3 major features and 3 minor features should be present.

Major features:

Eczema Diagnosis Major Features

  • Itching (that is severe at times)
  • Chronic and recurring (repeatedly occurring symptoms)

Typical distribution of the Atopic dermatitis rash:

  • Infants and young children - Scalp, face (chin and cheeks) and extensor surfaces of extremities.
  • Older children and adults - Flexor surface of elbow and knee, neck, wrist and ankles.
  • The past/Family history of Atopic diseases like asthma, rhinitis, etc

Minor features

Eczema Diagnosis Minor Features

  • Dryness of Skin
  • Thickening of the skin of the palm increased lines
  • Dry, thick and scaly skin
  • Small and pointed rough bump
  • Elevated serum IgE (Immunoglobulin E) level
  • Facial pallor (around the mouth)
  • Food intolerance
  • Impaired immunity
  • Eyes
    • Cataract
    • Cone shaped cornea (Keratoconus)
    • Prominent skin folds below the eyes
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A 39-year-old female patient, Mrs. S. Y. (PIN: 30271) visited Life Force and started treatment for her complaint of Eczema in 2016.

She was suffering from eczema for the last 7 years. The lesions of eczema were present on her hands, legs, and nails, particularly on the right side. She w.....Read more

A 62-year-old female patient, Mrs. N. (PIN: 45457) visited Life Force for the complaint of Eczema in 2021.

She was suffering from a very severe type of eczema for the last 1 year. She had used all the types of corticosteroid creams, hydro-cortisone medicines, and anti-allergic medicines.....Read more

A 7-year-old boy from Punjab, Master. R.G. (PIN: 41941) visited Life Force and started Dr. Shah’s homeopathic treatment for Eczema in December 2019.

He was suffering from eczema since 5 years. The disease was spreading gradually. Eczema lesions were present on his buttocks .....Read more

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