Dermatitis, Exfoliative |
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| Dermatitis Exfoliativa; Dermatitides, Exfoliative; Erythrodermas; Exfoliative Dermatitides; Exfoliative Dermatitis | |
| The widespread involvement of the skin by a scaly, erythematous dermatitis occurring either as a secondary or reactive process to an underlying cutaneous disorder (e.g., atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, etc.), or as a primary or idiopathic disease. It is often associated with the loss of hair and nails, hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles, and pruritus. (From Dorland, 27th ed) | |