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Localized Scratch Dermatitis
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- This is a disease in which nerve fibers (under the skin) become thickened and scarred, causing chronic, itchy inflammation. The cause is not known but psychological factors are generally believed to play a role. Appears not to be allergic, affects more women than men, and is more common among Native Americans and Asians.
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- Itchy skin lesions
- Lesions become dark, thick, and leathery with round scaly plaque underneath. The lesions may have well-defined rectangular borders, or present in oval, irregular, or angular shapes.
- Exaggerated skin lines in the lesions
- Usual locales -- nape of the neck,
forearms, area on inside of elbows, wrists, inner thighs,
behind the knees, and lower legs
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- Topical corticosteroids (super high-potency, such as Temovate)
- Corticosteroid injections into the lesions
- Tars in 1% triamcinolone ointment or anthralin
- Duoderm occlusive dressing for extended periods.
- Avoid harsh irritating fibers like wool. Try cotton.
- Avoid excessive drying of skin.
- Avoid excessive itching.
- Soap can further dry the lesions.
- Excessive sweating my make it worse.
- Use oils and baths to keep skin moist.
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