Atopic eczema
Alternate Names : Infantile eczema, Atopic dermatitis, Dermatitis - atopic, Eczema - atopic
Definition
Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes. as well as blistering, weeping, or peeling of the skin. Atopic eczema is the most common type. See also:
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Atopic eczema is due to a hypersensitivity reaction (similar to an allergy) in the skin, which leads to long-term inflammation. Eczema is most common in infants. Many people outgrow it by early adulthood. The condition tends to run in families. People with eczema often have a family history of allergic conditions such as asthma, hay fever, or eczema.
The following can make eczema symptoms worse: - Allergies to pollen, mold, dust mites, or animals
- Colds or the flu
- Contact with rough materials
- Dry skin
- Exposure to environmental irritants
- Exposure to water
- Feeling too hot or too cold
- Fragrances or dyes added to skin lotions or soaps
- Stress
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