Nummular eczema

Alternative names:

eczema - nummular

Symptoms:

• itching of the skin (pruritus)
• skin lesions that may be macules, papules, vesicles, or patches
  • nummular ("coin shaped")
  • primarily located on the arms and legs
  • spreading to the trunk
  • oozing, crusting over

• scaly or excoriated (raw) skin
• skin redness or inflammation

Signs and tests:

Nummular eczema is diagnosed based on the appearance of the skin and on personal and family history.