<prompt> Pompholyx isBacterial infection of the palms and solesFungal infection of the palms and solesViral infection of the palms and solesEczema of the palms and soles  <response>: Pompholyx: A form of eczema of the palms and soles, in which oedema fluid accumulates to form visible vesicles or bullae. pompholyx of palms : cheiropompholyx, and of soles : podopompholyx Clinical Features: Characterised by the sudden onset of crops of clear vesicles, which appear deeply seated and sago-like. Itching may be severe, preceding the eruption of vesicles. Attack subsides spontaneously, and resolution with desquamation occurs in 2-3 weeks in most cases. Treatment: The hands or feet should be soaked three or four times a day in either Burows solution aluminium acetate 1 or potassium permanganate solution diluted 1 : 8000. Systemic antibiotics will be required if secondary bacterial infection develops.. 