This image displays extensive atopic dermatitis (eczema); note the skin is dry and scaly, which is typical of atopic dermatitis. In atopic dermatitis, the skin is often dry with elevated hair follicles. This image displays a close-up of brown, scaly, elevated follicles typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema). The inside fold of arms is a common site for the scaly, dry, itchy lesions typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema). This image displays eyelids that appear thick and scaly, typical to atopic dermatitis (eczema). This image displays atopic dermatitis (eczema) in the body folds of the back of the legs coupled with staph bacteria. In atopic dermatitis (eczema), chronic itch and associated rubbing of the skin leads to skin thickening and the increased prominence of normal skin markings, as displayed in this image. This image displays the typical scaly and slightly pink lesions of atopic dermatitis (eczema) in a teenager. This image displays atopic dermatitis (eczema) with thickened skin and small bumps due to chronic rubbing. In adults, atopic dermatitis can frequently involve the neck and cheeks.
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This image displays extensive atopic dermatitis (eczema); note the skin is dry and scaly, which is typical of atopic dermatitis.
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Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a disorder associated with dry skin, which begins with intense itching that is aggravated by scratching. The exact cause of eczema is unknown, and there is no known cure.
  • It is a condition primarily affecting allergy-prone people. 
  • Heat, humidity, detergents/soaps, abrasive clothing (eg, very scratchy wools), chemicals, smoke, as well as stress may trigger eczema.
  • Scratching increases the chances of developing a superimposed infection because it produces breaks in the skin.
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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