Risk Factors for Atopic Dermatitis Activation-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on risk factors for atopic dermatitis activation as follows: Environmental allergens:Individuals with genetic tendency to present with atopic dermatitis upon exposure to normal allergens in the environment, such as, dust mites, pollen, pet hair, and mold can present with an activation of atopic dermatitis. Triggers can also include chemicals used in sanitary and cosmetic products, such as, soaps, shampoos, disinfectants, deodorants, and colognes. Dietary allergens: Common dietary allergens with a potential to [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis as follows: Atopic dermatitis is self-limited, with the itching continuing for two to four weeks, until the blisters stop oozing and sore skin stops itching. As the condition is genetically determined, atopic dermatitis cannot be cured, and measures can only be taken to prevent activation of an episode and ease symptoms during a flare-up. In individuals with history of atopic dermatitis, avoiding exposure to the [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis as follows: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition in which individuals have a genetic tendency to show a strong immune response upon exposure to food and environmental allergens, such as, pollen, hay, and seafood. The triggers that individuals respond to could differ from person to person. Atopic dermatitis activation can result in inflammatory skin rash, appearing as brownish red patches with intense itching, [...]

Pathophysiology of Atopic Dermatitis

Patient/caregiver was educated on pathiophysiology of atopic dermatitis as follows: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition in which individuals have a genetic tendency to show a strong immune response upon exposure to allergens. The triggers that individuals respond to could differ from person to person. Common allergens in the environment include triggers such as, pollen, mold, and dust. Individuals could also present with this skin condition upon exposure to food allergens, such as, [...]

Measures to Manage and Prevent Development of Callus-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent development of callus as follows Diabetics and individuals with history of calluses on the feet must watch their feet closely every day for any cuts, wounds, sores, and abnormally growing toenails. Look closely for signs and symptoms of inflammation and hardening of skin, especially on the toes and plantar foot. Report any wounds and toe findings of hardened skin with acute pain or tenderness, swelling, and/or [...]