All::Dermatology::Diseases::Eczema herpeticum

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What is Eczema herpeticum?

a severe primary infection of the skin by herpes simplex virus 1 or 2

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What is the common presentation of Eczema herpeticum?

rapidly progressing painful rash

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What patient groups is Eczema herpeticum most common?

children with atopic eczema

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What are the classic appearance of Eczema herpeticum?

  • monomorphic punched-out erosions (circular, depressed, ulcerated lesions) usually 1–3 mm in diameter

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What is the management of Eczema herpeticum?

IV aciclovir

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What is the prognosis of Eczema herpeticum?

potentially life-threatening

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