Alternative Names
Papular acrodermatitis of childhood; Gianotti-Crosti syndrome; Acrodermatitis – infantile lichenoid; Acrodermatitis – papular infantile; Papulovesicular acro-located syndrome
Definition of Acrodermatitis
Acrodermatitis is a childhood skin condition that may be accompanied by mild symptoms of and malaise. It may also be associated with hepatitis B and other viral infections.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The cause of acrodermatitis is poorly understood, but its link with other infections is well- documented.
Signs and tests
Your doctor can diagnosed this condition by simply looking at the skin and rash. The liver, spleen, and lymph nodes may be swollen.
Treatment
Acrodermatitis by itself is not treated. Infections associated with this condition, such as hepatitis B and Epstein-Barr, should be treated appropriately.
Expectations (prognosis)
Acrodermatitis usually disappears on its own without treatment or complication. However, the associated conditions must be watched carefully.
Review
Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network; Linda Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc. – 8/26/2009
