UK Criteria: Sensitivity and Specificity
Introduction:
None written. Excerpt from the entry in Atopic Dermatitis:
[sensitivity ranged from 10-100% in studies] not used in children under 4 years
* in children aged under 4 years,history of atopic disease in a first degree relative may be included
[sensitivity ranged from 10-100% in studies]
Pruritus + 3 minor:
1. Onset below age 2*
2. History of flexural involvement
3. History of a generally dry skin
4. Personal history of other atopic disease**
5. visible flexural dermatitis as per photographic protocol
Associated Diagnoses:
10% sensitive, 94% specific