Infectious Eczematous Dermatitis

  • Unknown

  • Eczematous reaction secondary to localized infection with pus (Staphylococcus aureus)

  • Pustules/vesicles spread from infection
  • Advanced disease:
    • Oozing
    • Crusting
    • Scaling
    • Children
    • Nares
    • Ears
    • Face
  • Adults
    • Distal lower extremities

  • Findings of acute/subacute dermatitis

  • Open wet dressings
  • Topical antibiotics ± corticosteroids
  • Emollients
  • If severe:
    • oral antibiotics