Spongiotic dermatitis
Spongiotic dermatitis
Definition
A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by itchiness and a rash in the chest and abdominal areas. It affects males more than females and is usually contracted at a relatively young age. It is thought to be caused by an allergic reaction to food, insect bites, or medication.
Also identified as
- DOID 4406 per MONDO
- ICD9 692.9 per MONDO
- NCIT C27037 per MONDO
- SCTID 23615008 per MONDO
- UMLS C0262984 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Integumental system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |