Top 5 differential diagnosis of atopic dermatitis in children

In this latest insightful update in the field of general dermatology, Dr Vincenzo Piccolo explores the differential diagnosis of atopic dermatitis in children presenting to primary care, featuring real patient cases and examples.

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In this video, Dr Piccolo walks through a series of patient cases to demonstrate the top five differential diagnoses of atopic dermatitis in children.

Dr Piccolo first recaps the major diagnostic criteria for atopic dermatitis, including the varying clinical signs and symptoms seen across different age groups (from birth to adulthood).

He then explains and exemplifies each of the top five differential diagnoses, which include:

1. Seborrheic dermatitis
2. Psoriasis
3. Allergic contact dermatitis
4. Tinea (ringworm)
5. Scabies

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