Pruritis is the most distressing and prominent symptom. Lichenification is the clinical hallmark of atopic dermatitis. Secondary infection is common. First priority in treatment is stop the scratching. Same treatment as for contact dermatitis.
Lesions vary in shape from round or oval to confluent.
There may be involvement of the lips, toungue, or eyelids. Hives may last a few hours to a few weeks. If allergic response is severe it may lead to anaphylactic shock, respiratory distress, and sudden death. A parasitic infection of the skin. The female burrows into the skin, deposits eggs which hatch in 1-2 weeks.