Lupus Erythematosus Jeffrey P. Callen (ICD-9 695.4) Signs and Symptoms Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LE) can be divided into chronic, subacute, and acute forms. Patients may complain of photosensitivity, mildly pruritic…

Seborrheic Dermatitis Larry E. Millikan (ICD-9 609.1) Symptoms and Signs Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) of the face is often pruritic, but only mildly so. Itching of the scalp, however, is a…

Rosacea Larry E. Millikan (ICD-9 695.3) Symptoms and Signs The classic symptom of rosacea is flushing, although this is often lacking. Patients usually complain of a red nose or face….

Perioral Dermatitis Jeffrey P. Callen (ICD-695.3) Signs and Symptoms Although lesions of perioral dermatitis may burn or feel tender, most patients complain about their appearance rather than about specific symptoms….

Acne Vulgaris James C. Shaw (ICD-9 706.1) Symptoms and Signs Acne vulgaris is usually asymptomatic, although the large nodular lesions can be tender. Patients usually present during adolescence with comedones,…

Pruritus and Excoriations with No Primary Skin Lesions Jeffrey P. Callen (Generalized Pruritus ICD-9 698.9; Lichen Simplex Chronicus ICD-9 698.3; Prurigo Nodularis ICD-9 698.3) Symptoms and Signs Many patients complain…

Stasis Dermatitis Lawrence Charles Parish (ICD-9 454.1) Symptoms and Signs Stasis dermatitis may initially cause an aching or gnawing feeling in the legs. Itching and burning are often intense enough…

Dyshidrotic Eczema Lawrence Charles Parish (ICD-9 705.81) Symptoms and Signs Patients with dyshidrotic eczema complain of itching or burning, which is sometimes intense. The hallmark of dyshidrotic eczema is deep-seated,…

Pediculosis Lawrence Charles Parish (ICD-9 132.0 CAPITIS; 132.2 PUBIS; 132.1 CORPORIS) Symptoms and Signs Pediculosis can be very pruritic. There are three forms in humans: pediculosis pubis caused by Phthirus…

Scabies Lawrence Charles Parish (ICD-9 133.0) Symptoms and Signs Scabies causes severe itching, especially at night, when there are fewer distractions. (It is sometimes called the “7-year itch” because it…