This image displays a round, pink, scaly, slightly elevated lesion typical of nummular dermatitis. This image displays coin-shaped areas of dermatitis called nummular dermatitis. This image displays nummular dermatitis on a black patient, where the round, scaly areas of skin can become darker in color. This image displays the scaly redness and round lesions typical of nummular dermatitis. This image displays a round, scaly area that has been eroded by scratching, typical of nummular dermatitis. This image displays the typical round to oval shape of nummular eczema coupled with some oozing and swelling.
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Nummular Dermatitis  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Nummular Dermatitis: This image displays a round, pink, scaly, slightly elevated lesion typical of nummular dermatitis. Divider line
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Treatments Your Provider May Prescribe
Your physician may:
  • Recommend the above self-care measures.
  • Prescribe medium- to high-potency topical steroids to apply to the affected areas twice daily.
  • Prescribe oral antihistamines to help relieve itching.
  • Prescribe oral or topical antibiotics if an infection is suspected.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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