EA82

Nummular dermatitis

Dermatite numular

Category

Definition

Cutaneous eruption otherwise known as discoid eczema characterised by discoid or coin-shaped plaques of eczema. The lesions usually occur on the extensor surfaces of the extremities, but the face and trunk may also be involved. The cause is unknown.

Index Terms

Nummular dermatitisDiscoid eczemaNummular eczemaNummular dermatitis, exudative typeDiscoid eczema, exudative typeNummular dermatitis, dry typeDiscoid eczema, dry type