Spongiotic dermatitis

What is Spongiotic Dermatitis with eosinophilia

What are the causes
Is it contagious
How is it treated

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Each sufferer of spongiotic dermatitis has their own trigger that causes the outbreak so to determine the actual cause is often a very lengthy process of trial and error. If you are a sufferer it is important to start monitoring the substances you regularly come into contact with and this way you can start a process of identification and elimination via certain biopsy tests. The condition is also believed to be hereditary.

Once your doctor has diagnosed that you are a sufferer of spongiotic dermatitis your treatment will more than likely start with a course of specialized creams and lotions. Initially the lotions will be menthol based formulations that are to be applied directly onto the rash. If you do not show signs of improvement using the menthol lotions it is likely that it is necessary to use a stronger prescription cream such as corticosteroid. This will help to relieve the itching as well as reduce the welts and rash.

It is known that changes in diet can help to contain the outbreak of this type of dermatitis. Also taking vitamin A tablets has been shown to assist in slowing down or stopping further development of the rash. If you have a chronic case of spongiotic dermatitis you will probably be prescribed anti-inflammatory medications. Prednisone is a commonly prescribed anti-inflammatory drug.

It would be advisable to consult a skin specialist for your symptoms and a proper clinical examination.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how you are doing.

Regards.