Eczema

Eczema, also called dermatitis, is a term that covers many types of skin problems.
Eczema is a term for a group of conditions that make your skin inflamed or irritated. The most common
type is atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema. “Atopic” refers to a person tendency to get allergic conditions
such as asthma and hay fever.

Eczema is related to a gene variation that affects the skin's ability to provide this protection. This allows
your skin to be affected by environmental factors, irritants and allergens. In some children, food
allergies may play a role in causing eczema.

The appearance of eczema can vary from mild forms, when skin looks dry and flaky, to severe forms,
when skin can be extremely irritated and red. The most severe forms of eczema can make your skin
crack and ooze. Even if your skin does not look dry, flaky, or red, it needs consistent care and protection.

Eczema is usually itchy. For many people, the itch can range from mild to moderate. But in some cases,
it can become much worse and you might develop extremely inflamed skin.

an inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, itching, and oozing vesicular lesions
which become scaly, crusted, or hardened

a skin disease in which the skin is red and itchy and has scaly or crusty patches

Dry skin. When your skin gets too dry, it can easily become brittle, scaly, rough or tight, which can lead
to an eczema flare-up Irritants

Everyday products and even natural substances can cause your skin to burn and itch, or become dry and
red.

For people prone to eczema, skin that's too dry can easily become irritated, itchy, and break out in itchy,
red patches. You can rehydrate your skin by drinking plenty of water, moisturizing well, especially after
showering, and running a humidifier.
Some common foods that may trigger an eczema flare-up and could be removed
from a diet include: It is increase the eczema
 citrus fruits.
 dairy.
 eggs.
 gluten or wheat.
 soy.
 spices, such as vanilla, cloves, and cinnamon.
 tomatoes.
 some types of nuts.
Treatment in the eczema
Treatment for eczema in babies (infantile eczema) includes:

 Identifying and avoiding skin irritants

 Avoiding extreme temperatures

 Lubricating your baby's skin with bath oils, creams or ointments

Atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It's
common in children but can occur at any age. Atopic dermatitis is long lasting (chronic)
and tends to flare periodically. It may be accompanied by asthma or hay fever.
Atopic dermatitis can cause small, red bumps, which can be very itchy. When scratched,
the bumps may leak fluid and crust over. Atopic dermatitis most often occurs where
your skin flexes — inside the elbows, behind the knees and in front of the neck.
The treatment
To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care measures:
 Moisturize your skin at least twice a day
 Apply an anti-itch cream to the affected area
 Take an oral allergy or anti-itch medication
 Don't scratch
 Take a warm bath