Eczema herpeticum recurrence

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Avatar m tn ll just say (again) that your symptoms and description of the rashes are not typical for herpes (but you already know that). However, there is a condition called eczema herpeticum, in which standard allergic eczema is complicated by a secondary infection with HSV1. Look at online photos of it. You may not need to see a dermatologist within 48 hours of onset to get an accurate diagnosis.
Avatar m tn There is one possible exception to this, however -- a condition called eczema herpeticum. When someone has eczema -- which is an enitrely separate skin condition, usually caused by allergy -- HSV can take hold in the eczematous rash. I doubt this is happening in your husband's case, since he is taking Valtrex -- which would make such a complication very unlikely. However, eczema herpeticum can be quite serious.
Avatar n tn Acyclovir is sometimes used to treat eczema herpeticum, which is a skin infection caused by the herpes virus, to treat and prevent herpes infections of the skin. People who suffer from this disorder should avoid contact with triggering factors like soaps, cosmetics, jewelry, clothing, and detergents. Sometimes sweat, changes in temperature and psychological stress are known to trigger these episodes.
Avatar m tn I came across in the internet about Kaposi varicelliform eruption or eczema herpeticum which affects people with eczema(I know I should not be relying on the internet but it was one of those things I just read unknowingly and made me all worried) . I dont have such a problem and I know it is rare but my father actually works as an allergist and might be exposed to patients with eczema herpeticum when they come to find out about the allergies which is causing their eczema.
Avatar n tn I asked me doctor if anything looked like eczema and he said no, but ran a platelets test to see. So I guess we can rule out eczema herpeticum. My questions are, can anything else be compromising my immune system that I can get checked? Cancer or something? The only abnormality was a low vitamin d level that I've been taking daily tablets to help that. How likely is a dessiminated infection likely to recur in these locations?
Avatar f tn Are eczema sufferers very likely to get eczema herpeticum if exposed to the herpes virus or is it still rare?
Avatar m tn This is very important since she suffers from fairly bad eczema, which if HSV-1 can cause a secondary infection in a different location, even if she has already gotten HSV-1, it could cause issues. Finally, in a related note to my diagnosis with HSV-1, with modern testing what is the probability of error? Should I get a secondary test to confirm it, or is one enough? Also should I use a different testing group for the second test or is that immaterial?
Avatar m tn few days ago I found out about disease called Eczema Herpeticum, which is a potentially deadly inflammatory disease which is caused by herpes virus HPV1 and infects inflamed skin such as Eczema, Seborrhoeic dermatitis, etc. It will create watery pastules/warts/nodules, which if untreated, will spread to whole face and then rest of the body and may cause death... I love her, and I cant imagine being without her... but I am afraid of this. How big risk is developing that disease?
Avatar f tn as i stated before i KNOW that its not common to end up getting herpetic eczema (also called eczema herpeticum) (which is what its called when you get it through atopic dermatitis or eczema lesions and NOT through direct oral or genital contact)... @ franklinandbash yes hsv CAN be gotten by someone touching an arm (or anywhere else that has a severe atopic dermatitis flair up or eczema flair up....
Avatar f tn my daughter has eczema and I am worried about eczema herpeticum. She is so little still and comes into contact with so many other kids and people- I just want some cold hard facts on the possiblilites of her contracting eczema herpeticum. Her eczema is mainly on her face. Would it just take a kiss on the cheek to pass the herpes virus to her eczema? Or is it trasmitted to ones self by a cold sore to an eczema patch by touch? How common is this?
Avatar f tn First off don't judge your 15 year old too harshly...HSV is a really common virus and most people don't get it from being promiscuous. Also, Herpes are NOT tested in STD check ups. Most people don't get a herpes test until they show symptoms (a minority among the HSV positive crowd). Transmission can occur when asymptomatic, but the rates are really very low. HSV can easily be passed on in skin to skin contact when there's a sore.
Avatar m tn I went to another local doctor who took one look and it was eczema herpeticum, (or possibly molluscum conatagiousomething) and when he said it was EH = eczema + herpes, I started freaking out.
Avatar f tn I consulted dermatology and they popped on of the blisters and took a viral culture. He was seen by the second year resident who believes this could be eczema herpeticum. I briefly touched one of the patients lesions but did not get any liquid on me. I have no cuts on my fingers but I'm super worried that I may acquire a herpetic whitlow from this exposure. I washed my hands 4 times afterwards.
Avatar n tn Hi, There is no definite cure for eczema but its recurrence may be easily controlled. Dishydrotic eczema is initiated by an itch scratch cycle that leads to eruption of lesions ( which usually contains a clear fluid ) and thus may eventually present with an excoriated or weeping lesion. Topical steroids of moderate and high potency may be used. Also avoiding direct contact with possible irritants may be able to help. Wearing protective hand gears while working will be beneficial.
Avatar n tn There are very rare cases of disseminated HSV infections that might cause multiple skin lesions, especially if there is simultaneous severe eczema (eczema herpeticum); or even without eczema. But this really isn't an STD problem and I know much less about it than your own doctors. (The problem might be acquired sexually, especially if it is HSV-2. But STD specialists don't provide care to such unusual or complicated cases.
Avatar m tn Five days after the genitals some blisters. Go to the hospital diagnosed as eczema. But in the three months continuous symptoms. In a month and a half and two and a half months to do a blood test with the world is Germany VIRON and Ireland Trinity. 2 times the result of the IGG the IGG negative. Chinese doctors believe that the blood test is not accurate, so would like to ask you to the next. So I ask, Can I be ruled out, this time the symptoms are not a genital herpes recurrence?
Avatar f tn Thank you for your comments. I have been taking lysine but not consistently, so I will certainly keep up on that. Mostly I want to be sure this is herpes. From the pictures I've looked at on the Internet, the sores most resemble eczema herpeticum and chicken pox. I'm frustrated that I can't get it under control. I'm 37 and work around others quite closely so I want to be responsible about how contagious I am and when I am the most contagious.
Avatar n tn Hi, I'm following up here as you asked. First, could you clarify your advice that my boyfriend get tested for HSV1? He has never had symptoms, so they can't culture any discharge. Would a blood test be accurate enough, given his high probability of having the virus? Secondly, a local clinic told me that my HSV1 can't trigger an outbreak in someone else who carries the virus. Is that true? Does it matter whether the other person has ever had symptoms?
Avatar f tn I've had eczema on my hands and around my mouth for nearly four years now, what has also developed is a serious itch around my pubic area. Starts of like little water blisters then with scratching in my sleep wake up with bloodied nails and a very sore vagina. Also very flaky skin. I've tried almost everything the doctor can think of.
Avatar n tn I am currently suffering from a recurrence of Pityriasis Rosea. My first bout was in 1999. This time it has the same symptoms. It is my understanding that recurrence is very rare due to the possible viral origins of this condition. Should I be concerned as this is supposed to be so unusual? There is not much literature available.
Avatar f tn s down, but are there any treatments I could use to help stop these random outbreaks? I use eczema cream, moisturizer, lip creams etc... My lips suffer it the worst with the rash being there 6/7 times a week. The rash is dry, and sometimes itchy and irritated because of the dryness. Thank you if you can help!
Avatar f tn Until this very moment ,there is no definite effective medical therapy for eczema. Corticosteroids may help control the eruptions but with a history of eczema ,there is a chance for recurrence in the future. As with your condition ,it is best to have your leg examined. Is there any notable varicosities or swelling of the leg? Any underlying conditions like diabetes and thyroid problems?
Avatar n tn Hi, It could be an eczema present in the buttocks.The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes which are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Atopic eczema is believed to have a hereditary component, and often runs in families whose members also have hay fever and asthma.
Avatar f tn Hi I am a healthy 20 year old female with a childhood and somewhat teenage years history of eczema. I have a very itchy red flaky rash on only one calf. It started about a year ago as small circular patches and then grew to cover almost my entire calf. I was told by one doctor it was eczema and given betamethasone which helped sort of but it became just as bad after I stopped using it.
Avatar n tn I did some research and asked my Dermatologist and found out that it was Dyshidrotic Eczema. I use lotions to try and soften it, but no matter how many times i apply it, it never seems to have much of an affect. I've been told my my Dermatologist that i need to use fragrant free stuff and i use Gold Bond Lotion with aloe. It seems to be the only thing that helps somewhat. The doctor gave me a topical cream, Halobetasol Propionate.