EA84 Asteatotic eczema
International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01
Asteatotic eczema develops from asteatosis cutis. In the latter cracking and crazing of the epidermal stratum corneum produces a flaky skin with a reticulate erythema beneath the scales. It occurs particularly on the lower legs. It is more common in the elderly and is provoked by a combination of defatting and desiccation of the epidermis. If inflammation progresses then it may become more pruritic and eczematous, asteatotic eczema.
synonyms
- Asteatotic eczema
- Eczéma craquelé
- Xerotic eczema
- Asteatotic dermatitis
- Eczema senilis
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