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Each of these patients is unwell and presented with a rash on their legs.
For each of the ten cases, study the image(s) and then answer the questions. You can click on the image to view a larger version if required.
Each case should take approximately 2 minutes to complete. There is a list of suggested further reading material at the end of the quiz.
What is the name of the skin condition?
Asteatotic eczema or eczema craquelé
What underlying systemic disease(s) or condition is it caused by?
Asteatotic eczema is sometimes due to hypothyroism.
Cutaneous signs of hypothyroidism include dry, rough, cold and pale skin and generalised myxoedema; dry, brittle slow-growing hair and brittle slow-growing nails. It may also contribute to carotenaemia, eruptive and tuberous xanthomas.