JUVENILE PLANTAR ECZEMA                                                             

This is a problem that is caused by modern footwear and is more common in males, usually during puberty. It causes the sole of the foot to become red, hot and sore with a glazed appearance. The inflammation is triggered by friction of the sole of the foot inside an ill-fitting synthetic athletic shoe or trainer. It has become particularly common in recent years since trainers became fashionable. Changing to leather footwear and wearing cotton socks may relieve the problem. Above all else it is important that the footwear fits well and the sole of the foot is not sliding against the insole of the shoe. Emollients or ointments may be required.

Juvenile plantar eczema is a skin condition that generaly presents in boys between 3-15 years of age, but it may also occur in adults and females. When it occurs in children the prognosis is one of gradual improvement. Juvenile plantar eczema has a tendency to be more severe during the summer months when heat and humidity cause the feet to perspire and sweat. The many synthetic materials and chemicals used in the manufacturing process for shoes and socks are a contributing factor in the occurrence of foot eczema. Sweat retention and covering of the feet by woolen or polyester socks aggravates this condition, whereas cotton allows the skin to breathe. Keeping the foot for a long time in a shoe or sock without aeration is an important triggering factor. Changing to leather footwear and wearing cotton socks may help relieve the problem. It is also important that the footwear fits well and the sole of the foot is not sliding against the insole of the shoe. Walking barefooted on woolen or polyester carpets may contribute to juvenile plantar eczema as this may lead to static electric charges that may play a role in skin dryness and irritation of Juvenile plantar eczema.

Juvenile plantar eczema is characterized by symmetrical smooth, red-glazed appearance of the skin with fissuring, loss of epidermal ridge pattern, and fine scaling. It causes the sole of the foot to become red, hot, and sore.

Juvenile plantar eczema is characterized by the sudden onset (1 to 3 days) of deep-seated, clear blisters. These blisters are followed by scaling, thickening, and in some instances painful fissuring . Secondary bacterial infection is a common complication with Juvenile plantar eczema. Successful treatment may include wearing socks that are 100% cotton and changing shoes every day -- alternate 2 to 3 pairs of shoes. Follow recommended treatments for at least 4 months after skin has healed. It takes a long time for skin to recover, and unless you're careful the eczema will reoccur.

Juvenile Plantar Eczema is also known as juvenile plantar dermatitis, forefoot dermatitis, atopic winter feet, dermatitis plantaris sicca, forefoot eczema, peri-digital dermatitis, sweating sock dermatitis.