Solar Eczema

Solar Eczema implies abnormal sensitivity to sunlight amounting to an allergy which results in a polymorphic type of eruption consisting of erythema, papules, vesicles, oozing, crusting, which may later on turn into pigmented freckles and blotches and even depressed scars on the parts of the body exposed to sunlight.

Symptoms of Solar Eczema

Lesions vary from oedematous papules to frank eczema in different individuals. In others, it consists of only infiltrated, blotchy erythema of the face. The eruption is accompanied by considerable pruritus, which may result in secondary infection and even lichenification in chronic solar eczema.

Causes of Solar Eczema

The etiology is unknown. The disorder usually starts in childhood, and lasts for several years. In children, it is usually seasonal and then it is named Juvenile Spring Eruption or Summer Eruption or Hydroa vacciniform. In young adults, the term Polymorphous Light Eruption is used. Relation to sun exposure is the important feature.

Treatment of Solar Eczema

The treatment consists of antihistaminic, and calamine or hydrocortisone lotion in active cases. Anti-actinic lotion helps to prevent the condition. Patient must avoid exposure to sun.

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