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Tag: Dermatitis

  • Leishmaniasis

    Leishmaniasis

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    Dr. Taoufik

    – Parasitic diseases of humans and many animals caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania, transmitted by the bite of sandflies. – Cutaneous leishmaniasis is found in southern Europe, Asia (Middle East, Afghanistan, Pakistan) in Africa and Latin America. – The mucocutaneous leishmaniasis occurs in Latin America and more rarely in Africa (Ethiopia, Sudan). –…

  • Pruritus

    Pruritus

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    Dr. Taoufik

    DIAGNOSIS: Symptoms: Itching is the particular sensation causing the need to scratch. It may be diffuse or focal, affecting the skin and mucous half. It may sound a major way on the quality of life. The examination, diagnosis of pruritus. It should also seek the notion of triggering factors, possible outbreaks and their rhythm. Patient…

  • Facial edema

    Facial edema

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    Dr. Taoufik

    DIAGNOSIS: The diagnosis of facial edema is evident upon inspection. Often disturbing to the patient, acute facial edema is a dermatological emergency. Analysis of lesions, their context and the presence of occurrence of symptoms (fever) orient the diagnosis. Few additional tests are needed. ETIOLOGY: Common causes: The three most frequent causes are firstly acute eczema…

  • Other skin (Eczema, Urticaria, Pellagra)

    Other skin (Eczema, Urticaria, Pellagra)

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    Dr. Taoufik

    Eczema – Acute eczema: erythematous plaque, vesicular, oozing, itchy, to poorly demarcated and crumbly edges. – Chronic eczema: erythematous scaly dry plate, poorly demarcated and pruritic. – Look for a cause (contact allergic dermatitis, fungal or bacterial infection remotely, malnutrition) and family history. Treatment: – Clean with soap and water 2 times / day. –…