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Red legs in the ederly cellulitis or eczema?

Authors :
Hayes, Stephen
Source :
Pulse. 7/7/2010, Vol. 70 Issue 23, p39-40. 2p.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article discusses the significance of an accurate diagnosis when dealing with red legs in older patients. It presents the three management rules for diagnosis including the removal of underlying causes, the frequent using of appropriate emollients and the use of topical steroids. Furthermore, the most common cause of red legs in the elderly is eczema.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00486000
Volume :
70
Issue :
23
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Pulse
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
52410886