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Atopic dermatitis leading to failure to thrive: A case report.
Melissa M Sarver1, Krystina Quow2, Neil S Prose2
1Duke School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA.
Severe atopic dermatitis in infants can cause protein loss and failure to thrive. Effective management led to weight gain and normalized lab results, underscoring the condition's impact on infant growth.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Dermatology
- Genetics
Background:
- Severe atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
- AD can lead to complications such as protein loss and failure to thrive (FTT) in infants.
- Differentiating AD from genetic conditions with similar presentations is crucial.
Observation:
- An infant presented with severe atopic dermatitis, significant protein loss, and FTT.
- The infant's clinical condition was monitored closely.
- Laboratory findings were assessed to identify underlying issues.
Findings:
- Appropriate management of severe atopic dermatitis resulted in the normalization of laboratory findings.
- The infant experienced appropriate weight gain following treatment.
- This case highlights the potential for severe AD to impede infant growth and development.
Implications:
- Early and effective management of severe atopic dermatitis is critical for infant growth and development.
- Understanding the impact of AD on nutritional status is essential.
- Genetic conditions should be considered in the differential diagnosis of FTT with dermatological symptoms.
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