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BACKGROUND
Superinfection of atopic dermatitis due to a disturbed skin barrier is well known. Still, affected eyelids with ulceration are rarely described. We present a case series of three patients in different stages of upper eyelid superinfection.

HISTORY AND SIGNS
Three males aged 58, 37, and 52 years with clinical symptomatology of gradual expansion of eyelid ulcerations, crusts, and pus were evaluated. In all cases a standard ophthalmologic examination, including a detailed neuro-ophthalmological status, was performed. Consequently, a skin swab was obtained.

THERAPY AND OUTCOME
The completed neuro-ophthalmological status and posterior segment findings were unremarkable in all patients. The skin swab results confirmed the presence of , and , thus necessitating antibiotic therapy.

CONCLUSIONS
Superinfected atopic dermatitis can develop massive ulcerations, indicating a swap and empiric therapy. A complete neuro-ophthalmological status is mandatory to exclude the possibility of orbital involvement. Nevertheless, any paradoxical worsening of symptomatology indicates further referral to a dermatologist.