If you have always thought that eczema was only a skin condition of childhood, think again. Adults can have eczema too. There are some children who will continue to suffer from eczema or atopic dermatitis into their adult years. Although there are different types of eczema, atopic dermatitis is the most common variation of eczema and the words are sometimes used interchangeably. Atopic Dermatitis or Atopic Eczema is an extremely itchy inflammatory skin condition made worse by...
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Hand Eczema
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Eczema in Infants and Children
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Eczema
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if you have an area of skin that is red and very itchy, or skin that is cracked, blistered or painfully... Read more »
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
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Infantile eczema; Atopic dermatitis; Dermatitis - atopic; Eczema - atopic Symptoms Typical skin changes may include: ... Read more »
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