patient complaints of pruritis of eye creases ,over the face after returning back from her sunflower field .most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: atopic dermatitis
Description: Definition * Atopic dermatitis is a very common, often chronic (long-lasting) skin disease that affects a large percentage of the world&;s population. It is also called eczema, dermatitis, treatment : # Combination of shod-term treatment to manage flares and longer-term strategies to help control symptoms between flares # Recommend gentle skin care * Tepid baths without washcloths or brushes * Mild soaps * Pat dry * Emollients: petrolatum and moisturizers * Use ointments or thick creams (no watery lotions) * Apply once to twice daily to whole body (within 3 minutes of bathing for optimal occlusion) # Identification and avoidance of triggers and irritants (such as wool and acrylic fabrics) ref : thomas habif 7th ed
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