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This glossary defines commonly used dermatitis terms, including products and medications used in the treatment of dermatitis and other skin conditions that co-exist with dermatitis, such as acne, rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis.

Dalacin-T®: Topical antibiotic used to treat acne and skin infections. Also sold under the brand name(s): Cleocin-T Lotion® (Topical), Cleocin-T Gel® (Topical), Clindamycin®

Decadron®: (Dexamethasone) Topical aerosol corticosteroid to reduce itching, redness,and swelling. Also sold under the brand name: Decaspray®)

Decaspray®: By Merck, (Dexamethasone) Topical aerosol corticosteroid to reduce itching, redness,and swelling. Also sold under the brand name: Decadron®

Demodex folliculorum: A cigar shaped mite which lives in the skin. It has been suggested in the past that this mite may be the cause of rosacea but studies have not supported this.

Dennie-Morgan fold: an extra fold of skin that develops under the eye. Commonly occurs in atopic dermatitis

Derma-Smoothe/FS: (fluocinolone), a topical steroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Derma-Smoothe/FS, Fluonid, Flurosyn, FS Shampoo, Synalar, Synalar-HP, Synemol

Dermatitis-Ltd III:Topical antibacterial, anti-inflammatory treatment for eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.

Dermatop®: by Ortho, (prednicarbate) emollient cream0.1% is a medium-potency steroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and itching.

Desocort®: (Desonide) –a low to medium-potency topical anti-inflammatory corticosteroid; reduces irritation and itching on the affected areas of the skin. Also sold under the brand name(s): DesOwen® Topical; Tridesilon® Topical.

Desonide: a low to medium-potency topical anti-inflammatory corticosteroid; reduces irritation and itching on the affected areas of the skin. Also sold under the brand name(s): DesOwen® Topical; Tridesilon® Topical, Desocort®

DesOwen®: (desonide) a low to medium-potency topical anti-inflammatory corticosteroid. Manufactured by Galderma. Also sold under the brand name(s): Tridesilon® Topical, Desocort®

Desquamation: shedding or detachment of skin cells

Dermacin: (Fluocinonide), a high potency corticosteroid. Also sold under the name(s): Fluonex®, Fluex, Dermacin, Licon, Lidex, Lidex-E

Dermatitis: a chronic skin disorder categorized by eruption of itching papules, vesicles and lesions resembling hives, typically in clusters and a personal or family history of seasonal allergies or asthma. Alternative names Infantile eczema; Atopic eczema; Dermatitis - atopic; Eczema

Dermatitis-Ltd III™: designed specifically for skin that is sensitive or inflamed due to rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis and acne. Manufactured by Bass and Boney.

Dermis: the middle layer of the skin, below the epidermis and above subcutaneous tissue. It is composed of connective tissue in which are embedded hair follicles, sweat glands, superficial and deeper blood vessels, and nerve fibers.

Dexamethasone: topical aerosol corticosteroid to reduce itching, redness, and swelling. Also sold under the brand name(s): Decadron®, Decaspray®)

Diflorasone: topical high to very high potency corticosteroid, used to treat a variety of skin conditions. Also sold under the brand name(s): Florone®; Florone E®; Maxiflor®; Psorcon™

Discoid Eczema:(Nummular Dermatitis) "discoid" or "nummular" dermatitis, which means coin or disc-shaped patches which commonly occur on the lower leg. They can be several centimetres across, or as small as two millimetres. The skin between the patches is usually normal, but may be dry and irritable. Discoid eczema may be extremely itchy, or scarcely noticeable.

DNA: the molecules that are the "building blocks" of cells; DNA is an abbreviation for deoxyribonucleic acid

Doryx®: An oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibra-Tabs®, Vibramycin®, Monodox®, Doxycycline®, Novodoxylin®

Dovonex: (Calcipotriol) Leo Laboratories. Dovonex is the Trade name of three products which are manufactured from a derivative of Vitamin D. There is a Scalp Application, a Cream and an Ointment for the body. The makers say it is NOT suitable for the treatment of the facial area (or other tender areas of the body), as it might have an irritant effect on some people in these areas. It is also not indicated for Pustular Psoriasis - the type that presents as blisters under the skin, on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. It is obtainable on prescription only, and cannot be bought over-the- counter.

Doxycycline: An oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibra-Tabs®, Vibramycin®, Monodox®, Doryx®, Novodoxylin®

Dramatic Relief: by Cutanix a moisturizer containing Quadrinone™ is a chemical compound approved by the FDA as a food additive.

Drenison®: Flurandrenolide, anti-inflammatory low to medium potency topical corticosteroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Cordran®; Cordran® SP.

Dynacin®: Oral antibiotic used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Also sold under the brand name(s) Minocin® (Oral), Minocycline

Dyshidrotic Dermatitis: (pompholyx) irritation of the skin on the palms of hands and soles of the feet characterized by clear, deep blisters that itch and burn.

Dyshidrotic eczema: irritation of the skin on the palms of hands and soles of the feet characterized by clear, deep blisters that itch and burn.

Dysmenorrheica: a rosacea-like eruption on the cheeks of a female, recurring during or just before painful menstrual periods.

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