Medical terminology · Skin & connective tissue
Eczema, Dyshidrotic
MeSH — National Library of Medicine · Retrieved 2026-10-13
A recurrent eczematous reaction characterized by the development of vesicular eruptions on the palms and soles, particularly along the sides and between the digits. It is accompanied by pruritus, a burning sensation, and hyperhidrosis. The disease is self-limiting, lasting only a few weeks. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Reference details
- MeSH descriptor
- D011146
- Vocabulary edition
- 2026
- Tree positions
- C17.800.174.620.300; C17.800.815.620.300; C17.800.865.385
Scope and definition
A recurrent eczematous reaction characterized by the development of vesicular eruptions on the palms and soles, particularly along the sides and between the digits. It is accompanied by pruritus, a burning sensation, and hyperhidrosis. The disease is self-limiting, lasting only a few weeks. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Entry terms and synonyms
Eczema, Dyshidrotic
Dyshidrotic Eczema
Dyshidrotic Eczemas
Eczemas, Dyshidrotic
Pompholyx
Eczema, Dyshydrotic
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyshydrotic Eczemas
Eczemas, Dyshydrotic
Eczema, Vesicular Palmoplantar
Eczemas, Vesicular Palmoplantar
Palmoplantar Eczemas, Vesicular
Palmoplantar Eczema, Vesicular
Vesicular Palmoplantar Eczemas
Vesicular Palmoplantar Eczema
Classification tree positions
C17.800.174.620.300
C17.800.815.620.300
C17.800.865.385
Sources and reuse
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