Which term is used for several forms of red, itchy skin, also known as dermatitis?

Which term is used for several forms of red, itchy skin, also known as dermatitis?

• A. Burns
• B. Warts
• C. Cold Sores
• D. Eczema

Answer: (D)

Red, itchy skin conditions described as dermatitis are called eczema. Eczema is the common term used for several forms of dermatitis, such as atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis, and it captures the typical presentation of inflamed, itchy, sometimes cracked or dry skin. The other terms refer to different problems: burns are tissue injuries from heat or chemicals, warts are viral skin growths caused by HPV, and cold sores are blisters from herpes simplex virus. Since eczema describes the group of inflammatory skin conditions labeled dermatitis, it best fits the question.