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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 Term(s)
Eczema, Dyshydrotic
Eczema, Vesicular Palmoplantar
Pompholyx
Vesicular Palmoplantar Eczema
NLM Classification #
WR 200
Public MeSH Note
93; was POMPHOLYX 1963-92; ECZEMA, DYSHIDROTIC was see POMPHOLYX 1991-92
Online Note
use ECZEMA, DYSHIDROTIC to search POMPHOLYX 1966-92
History Note
93; was POMPHOLYX 1963-92; ECZEMA, DYSHIDROTIC was see POMPHOLYX 1991-92
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)