Pathological processes of the skin are equally common in both childhood and adulthood. In particular, lichen. This disease is of viral and fungal origin. In the medical encyclopedia, dermatoses are classified according to clinical signs and etiological factors.
The most common is ringworm. The rare forms include red pityriasis hairy, or Devergey's disease. In today's publication, we will describe in detail the clinical picture, talk about the causes, therapeutic methods, as well as diagnostic methods. Basic knowledge of typical manifestations of the disease will help patients distinguish it from other skin lesions and visit a specialist in a timely manner.
a brief description of
Red pityriasis versicolor (Devergey's disease) was first described by a French doctor in 1856. Skin dermatosis was named after him. Keratosis in medical practice is extremely rare. This is a pathological condition of the skin, in which there is a thickening of the upper stratum corneum, which acts as a protective barrier from the negative effects of external factors.
In a person with such hair deprivation, the surface of the skin becomes rough, dry, rough, on it appear dense papules the size of a grain, covered with white scales. Rashes have a similar clinic with psoriatic plaques, because of this, doctors often make the wrong diagnosis. The disease negatively affects the emotional background of a person and often causes a psychological disorder.
Find out the true etiology
Unfortunately, world medicine has not yet fully studied the disease. Clinical studies are constantly being conducted, specialists are looking for ever new methods of therapy. According to statistics from health authorities, the incidence of dermatological keratosis is only 0.03% (1/3500). Diagnosed with representatives of different nations and ages of the disease Devergey.
The causes of the pathology are not fully understood. It is believed that the disease can be inherited. Officially recorded cases where all family members (blood relatives) were diagnosed with hair loss. Also, experts suggest that retinol deficiency (vitamin A) can provoke pathology.
However, this version remains a big question, since in most patients with this disease the vitamin level is normal. Numerous clinical experiments have shown that the appearance of red pityriasis versicolor is affected by a number of disorders of the nervous and endocrine systems. Also, the cause of the disease can be tuberculosis, mental disorders.
Devergy's disease: symptoms and manifestations
According to experts, the disease develops even in infancy. The acquired form appears in older people - after 50 years. The course of keratosis occurs in an acute form: the scalp is covered with yellowish rough spots, covered with scales. Devergy’s disease, especially at the initial stage, is often confused with seborrhea and psoriasis.
Further localization begins a little later - after a couple of months. With strong immunity, incomplete remission (partial rashes) can last up to several years. The patient mistakenly believes that he was cured and does not seek help, only delaying the process. After a certain time, nodular papules (plaques) with small furry hairs at the end are found on the body. Usually the skin around the rash is red (inflamed).
The most unpleasant thing is that yellowish plaques grow so much that they fill up entire spaces, affecting healthy skin. On examination, rashes are found on almost the entire body (elbows, neck, head, legs, palms, soles). In some cases, the patient experiences itching, soreness, tightening of the skin, and tension. In the absence of proper treatment, the nail plates thicken and change color. They become porous, thin, with pressure, pain is felt.
Devergy's disease affects the mucous membrane of the oral cavity. Red spots are noticeable in the sky and the inner surface of the cheeks. The disease can subside and after a while again remind of itself. Often, leukemia, myasthenia gravis (autoimmune disease) join this pathology. The course worsens in women in position, as well as in the menstrual period.
How is the examination carried out?
The same methods are used to detect Devergy disease in children and adults. Consultation is carried out by narrow-profile specialists: infectious disease specialist, dermatologist. Visual inspection does not always allow you to make the correct diagnosis. To accurately determine the pathological condition, a complete medical history is required, including patient complaints, histological examination, examination of lesions under the Wood lamp (luminescent). Scraping from the surface of the skin is also taken to exclude other pathologies (psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, rubella, measles, allergies).
Devergy's disease: traditional treatment
After diagnosis, a course of antifungal therapy is prescribed: intravenously and orally. Creams and emulsions are also prescribed, which must be regularly applied to damaged areas of the body. Various lotions, sprays and shampoos with the content of selenium sulfide are produced for the scalp. These funds contribute to the relief of symptom complexes and pleasantly refresh the skin.
Treatment is not complete without the use of retinol, B, C vitamins, antihistamines. UV irradiation and PUVA therapy may be prescribed. Well helps spa holidays. To prevent rashes, hygiene should be carefully observed.
Folk ways
In combination with medical methods, herbal supplements and decoctions are used to help heal and cleanse the skin faster. Doctors recommend applying birch tar sold in an animal pharmacy. True, the smell of the product is not particularly pleasant, and traces remain on the clothes. Therefore, it is better to use it at night or on weekends. Effective in the treatment of common sorrel. Decoctions are made from it.
- Grind 15 grams of seeds with roots, pour water (125 ml), put on the burner for 5-7 minutes. Filter the cooled broth, moisten the gauze and apply to the affected area. Plant material perfectly relieves itching, peeling, moisturizes the skin.
Forecast
Nowadays, medicine has achieved tremendous results in the treatment of severe pathologies. Devergy’s disease can be cured or relapse can be reduced if the patient adheres to all the doctor’s recommendations. You need to understand that therapy takes quite a long time: from 60 days to 24 months. Each year, the patient should drink the vitamin-mineral complex.
Preventative measures
No one is safe from infection. But everyone can minimize the risk. If the disease is not inherited, then you are very lucky. Take the habit of hygiene of the body, clean clothes and living quarters. Try not to touch homeless animals, because most often they are carriers of dangerous pathologies. In addition, supply the body with vital vitamins, without which our immune system simply fades.