Atopic Dermatitis
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:
- 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
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