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- Atopic dermatitis (AD) leads to skin irritation and can increase the risk of infections, especially in those affected by the condition.
- Eczema herpeticum (EH) is a serious herpes simplex infection that appears as vesicles and erosions in areas already affected by AD, and misdiagnosing it can have severe consequences.
- Prompt identification and treatment with acyclovir are essential to prevent serious complications, as illustrated by a case involving a 19-year-old male with AD presenting a similar rash.
Article Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) characterized by pruritus and eczematous lesions makes individuals susceptible to various viral and bacterial infections. Eczema herpeticum (EH), also known as Kaposi's varicelliform eruption, is a severe herpes simplex virus infection that can be observed in individuals with AD. EH manifests with monomorphic vesicles and "punched-out" erosions accompanied by hemorrhagic crusts, primarily affecting eczematous areas. Misdiagnosis, often as impetigo, can lead to severe complications and even death. Timely diagnosis and treatment with acyclovir are crucial to avert these outcomes. Here we present a case of a 19-year-old male with AD who presented with a monomorphic vesicular rash.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11088752 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.58102 | DOI Listing |
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