Pitted keratolysis
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Pitted keratolysis
| Pitted keratolysis | |
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| ICD-10 | L08.8 (ILDS L08.850) |
Pitted keratolysis (also known as "Keratolysis plantare sulcatum,"[1] "Keratoma plantare sulcatum,"[1] and "Ringed keratolysis"[1]) is a non-contagious[citation needed] skin infection that can be caused by wearing tight or restricting footwear and excessive sweating. The infection is characterized by craterlike pits on the surface of the feet and toes, particularly weight bearing areas. Treatment consists of the application of topical antibiotics. After discontinuation of the antibotical creme, be sure to change socks frequently. After exercise be sure to thoroughly clean your feet. Dry after cleaning so they do not remain warm and moist. Pitted Keratolysis is caused by bacteria,[2] which thrive in these environments.[3]
The condition is fairly common, especially in military where wet shoes/boots are worn for extended period of time without removing/cleaning.
History
Pitted keratolysis was first named "Keratoma plantare sulcatum."[4]:268
It was first described in India but has worldwide distribution.[citation needed]
See also
References
- ^ a b c Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 1-4160-2999-0.
- ^ "Pitted keratolysis (Hyperhydrosis)". bunionbusters.com. http://www.bunionbusters.com/footcare/keratolysis.asp. Retrieved 22 March 2012.
- ^ "Without Proper Treatment, Skin Infections Can Sideline Your Season". American Academy of Dermatology. March 3, 2006. http://www.aad.org/aad/Newsroom/Without+Proper+Treatment+Skin+Infections+Can+Sideline+Your+Season.htm. Retrieved February 2007.
- ^ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Fairly common, especially common in military.. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
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