An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Certain minerals contained in a multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms if you take too much. Do not take this medicine with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium.
Pediatric dermatology, a growing subspecialty, faces challenges. EDITOR'S NOTE: Pediatric dermatology is an up-and-coming subspecialty. But it faces start-up challenges: The number of certified practitioners isn't growing appreciably. In this issue, we look at some of the reasons why the subspecialty may not be a big draw, and why already-certified pediatric dermatologists say they're so satisfied.
What is dermatitis? Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that can take several forms. The most common form is atopic dermatitis, seen most often in infants during the first year of life; this is sometimes referred to as eczema, dermatitis, or atopy. Atopic dermatitis most often manifests as itchy, dry scaly patches, usually on the cheeks, as well as on the scalp, forehead, and the rest of the face. In older children, the location of dermatitis shifts to the creases of the elbows and knees or other joint crevices.