Sunday, 9 February 2014

Dermatology Made Simple : Investigations in Endogenous Eczema:

Investigations of endogenous Eczema:

Skin swabs should be taken in case there is suspicion of secondary bacterial or viral infection.

The swab should be dipped in the transport medium before being applied to the affected skin.        

Note should be made of type of bacteria detected and their culture and sensitivity.

Skin scrapings canbe taken in case a fungal infection is suspected.

Nasal swabs are useful to exclude nasal staphylococcal carriage.

Blood Tests may reveal a raised level of Immunoglobulin E IgE.

RAST test would show specific igE levels against various allergens such as house dust mite,pollens etc.

Skin Biopsy maybe useful in doubious diagnosis.  


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