Clinical profile of forefoot eczema: a study of 42 cases.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
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2005 May-Jun; 71(3): 179-81
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Forefoot eczema (FE) is characterized by dry fissured dermatitis of the plantar surface of the feet.AIM:
To study the clinical profile of FE and the possible etiological factors.METHODS:
Forty-two patients with FE were included in the study. A detailed history was recorded and examination done. Fungal scrapings and patch test with Indian Standard Series (ISS) were performed in all patients.RESULTS:
The most common site affected was the plantar surface of the great toe in 16 (38.09%) patients. Hand involvement, with fissuring and soreness of the fingertips and palm, was seen in four patients (9.5%). Seven patients (16.6%) had a personal history of atopy whereas family history of atopy was present in six (14.2%). Seven patients (16.6%) reported aggravation of itching with plastic, rubber or leather footwear, and 13 (30.9%), with detergents and prolonged contact with water. Negative fungal scrapings in all patients ruled out a dermatophyte infection. Patch testing with ISS was performed in 19 patients and was positive in five.CONCLUSIONS:
FE is a distinctive dermatosis of the second and third decade, predominantly in females, with a multifactorial etiology, possible factors being chronic irritation, atopy, footwear and seasonal influence.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Prognosis
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Patch Tests
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Forefoot, Human
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Incidence
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Sampling Studies
Type of study:
Etiology study
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Incidence study
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Risk factors
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
Year:
2005
Type:
Article
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