Volume : IX, Issue : III, March - 2019

A STUDY OF PAEDERUS DERMATITIS IN 200 PATIENTS AT A TERTIARY CARE CENTER

Dr Anubhav Garg, Dr Sushma Garg

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Background: Paederus dermatitis (PD) is a peculiar, irritant contact dermatitis characterized by a sudden onset of erythemato–bullous lesions on exposed areas of the body. The condition causes significant morbidity and can be misdiagnosed. Aim: The study was conducted to know the clinical profile of paederus dermatitis and to increase awareness among general practitioner about this condition. Methods: All clinically diagnosed cases of paederus dermatitis were included in the study and were evaluated by means of standard proforma. Clinical photographs were taken in all the cases. Results: A total of 200 cases comprising of 138 males and 62 females were studied. The age of the patients ranged from 4 to 75 years. Majority of the cases presented during the rainy and post rainy months (July–October), indicating a distinct seasonal trend. Morphology of lesions was mainly bizarre, but linear, kissing lesions and Nairobi eye were also observed. Head, neck and upper limbs were most commonly involved. Conclusion: Paederus dermatitis should always be considered in differential diagnosis while examining erythematous lesions with vesicles of acute onset, particularly on exposed parts during rainy and post rainy season. Knowledge of this condition and its clinical features among the general practiceners will prevent misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment. Closing windows and use of repellent should be taken as preventive measures.

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A STUDY OF PAEDERUS DERMATITIS IN 200 PATIENTS AT A TERTIARY CARE CENTER, Dr Anubhav Garg, Dr Sushma Garg INDIAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH : Volume-9 | Issue-3 | March-2019

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