Eczema
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Acceptability at Recruitment
QUALIFIED
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
QUALIFIED
Individual at Risk
Donor / Recipient
Explanation of Condition
Inflammation, drying and thickening of the skin. May be reactive to some outside stimulus, or related to a disordered immune system. Typically affects extensor surfaces, such as elbows and knees, but may affect any area of the body. Treatment ranges from mild moisturising creams, to steroid creams, light therapy and immunosuppressive drugs.
Guidance
Acceptable if not requiring systemic (i.e. tablet) therapy (including oral steroids and other immunosuppressive agents). Topical steroids (i.e. creams appied to the skin) are acceptable. Check harvest sites are not involved (inside elbows, back of hips). Check if given ultraviolet (PUVA) therapy. Discuss with MO if uncertain.
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Atopic Dermatitis
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
15th June 2012