What is it?
Dyshidrosis is a condition of deep, tiny, inflamed blisters that may crack and peel. They usually appear on the palms, soles of the feet, and the sides of fingers. They are often seen in young adults.

The blisters may persist for many weeks if left untreated. Crops of new blisters may form at the original or other sites, as the older blisters dry up. This cycle tends to recur unpredictably. There are often intervals during which the skin clears even without treatment, and eventually the dyshidrosis goes away permanently. The cause of this disorder is not known, but stress, anxiety and anger seem to play a role in triggering acute flare-ups.

Treatment
The condition is often treated with strong cortisone-type creams. Severe cases may require oral medicine for brief periods of time. In addition to any prescription given to you, lubricating the skin with a bland cream or lotion (such as Eucerin®) or a thin film of plain white petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline®) may keep your skin from feeling too dry. Apply the lotion/cream after your prescribed medication, unless otherwise directed by your health care provider.

Avoid extreme exposure to soap, detergent and other chemicals. Use gloves to wash dishes and when handling such substances.