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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.

Gene: the material that forms the biologic code for who we are. This code is passed on to our children.

Glycolic Acid: is a Fruit acid containing natural chemicals and is also known as alpha hydroxy acids (AHA). They occur naturally from certain fruits such as grapes, citrus and apples, which are then modified in a laboratory.

Gravitational 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 centimeters across, or as small as two millimeters. The skin between the patches is usually normal, but may be dry and irritable. Discoid eczema may be extremely itchy, or scarcely noticeable.

Guttate psoriasis: psoriasis characterized by red, drop-like dots on the skin. Small, drop-shaped lesions on the trunk, limbs and scalp.

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