Eczema NYC - (212)-644-9494 - NYC Eczema

www.eczemanyc.org (212)-644-9494 Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes. Eczema is also called atopic dermatitis. Symptoms Blisters with oozing and crusting Dry, leathery skin areas Ear discharge or bleeding Intense itching Rash In children younger than age 2, skin lesions begin on the cheeks, elbows, or knees In adults, the rash is more commonly seen on the inside of the knees and elbows Raw areas of the skin from scratching Skin coloring changes -- more or less coloring than the normal skin tone (See: Skin bnormally dark or light) Skin redness or inflammation around the blisters Treatment Treatment may vary depending on the appearance (stage) of the lesions -- acute "weeping" lesions, dry scaly lesions, or chronic dry, thickened lesions are each treated differently. Avoid anything that makes the symptoms worse. This may include food allergens and irritants such as wool and lanolin. Dry skin often makes the condition worse. When washing or bathing, keep water contact as brief as possible and use less soap than usual. After bathing, it is important to trap the moisture in the skin by applying lubricating cream on the skin while it is damp. Temperature changes and stress may cause sweating and aggravate the condition. Treatment of weeping lesions may include soothing moisturizers, mild soaps, or wet dressings. Mild anti-itch lotions or topical corticosteroids (low potency) may soothe less severe or healing areas, or dry scaly lesions ...



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