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It is a skin disease that presents as small blisters on the hands and feet, along with scaly rashes.
The cause is unknown. Factors favoring its appearance have been described: stressful situations, allergies, humidity, or after contact with cement, chromium, cobalt or nickel.
It manifests with blisters that cause itching or pain, as well as patches of skin that flake, become red, cracked and painful. Scratching of the skin causes skin changes and thickening.
Diagnosis is made by clinical history and skin examination.
There is no cure for dyshidrotic eczema. General measures are to avoid irritants or promoting factors. The physician will consider the use of antihistamines, topical/oral corticosteroids and/or phototherapy.
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