This is slightly different from eczema as we know it as it generally appears as coin shaped patches on the surfaces of the skin.

They are initially a red color but after a while they appear to be clear and there can often be a confusion between psoriasis and ringworm.

But again a lot of people do seem to confuse this type of eczema with atopic dermatitis which is usually triggered by skin allergies, and that is what is more commonly referred to as eczema.

So what can cause this type of eczema? Well the answer to that is “do not know”. But as usual there are possible indications that give cause to it developing. It is again associated with skin that is very dry and the winter months can be the most testing for sufferers.


But generally these are considered to be potential triggers:

During the initial stages there will be a few lesions that are no more than tiny blisters that will appear on the skin. New lesions will tend to develop and this will normally be filled with pus. Typical flare up can last a year, but it some cases a flare up can also last several years.

At the present time there is no cure for this type of eczema but the treatment generally follows that of the more common types of eczema that people are associated with.

Such treatments include the steroid based treatment in the form of a cream, or depending on the severity, an injection may be given.

There is also the use of directing UV light in controlled conditions directly on to the affected areas.