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==History== | ==History== | ||
Given the many possible reasons for [[eczema]] flare-ups, a doctor is likely to ascertain a number of other things before making a diagnosis | Given the many possible reasons for [[eczema]] flare-ups, a doctor is likely to ascertain a number of other things before making a [[diagnosis]]. | ||
* An insight into family history | * An insight into family history | ||
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==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Because | Because [[eczema]] is a set of clinical characteristics and not a single [[disease]], there are many different [[symptoms]]. All of them involve [[inflammation]] of the [[skin]]. The [[symptoms]] for the more common ones are: | ||
===[[Atopic eczema|Atopic Eczema]]=== | ===[[Atopic eczema|Atopic Eczema]]=== | ||
* Most common form, thought to be genetic and linked to [[asthma]] | * Most common form, thought to be genetic and linked to [[asthma]] | ||
* Itchy rash is particularly noticeable on head and scalp, neck, inside of elbows, behind knees, and buttocks. | * Itchy [[rash]] is particularly noticeable on [[head]] and [[scalp]], [[neck]], inside of [[elbows]], behind [[knees]], and [[buttocks]]. | ||
===[[Contact dermatitis|Contact Dermatitis]]=== | ===[[Contact dermatitis|Contact Dermatitis]]=== | ||
* Allergic: delayed rash caused by an [[allergen]] (poison ivy, nickel, etc.) | * [[Allergic]]: delayed rash caused by an [[allergen]] ([[poison ivy]], [[nickel]], etc.) | ||
* Irritant: direct reaction caused by an [[irritant]] (ex. types of detergent) | * [[Irritant]]: direct reaction caused by an [[irritant]] (ex. types of [[detergent]]) | ||
===[[Xerotic eczema|Xerotic Eczema]]=== | ===[[Xerotic eczema|Xerotic Eczema]]=== | ||
* Extremely cracked and dry skin that develops into a rash. More common in older population. | * Extremely cracked and dry [[skin]] that develops into a [[rash]]. | ||
* More common in older [[population]]. | |||
===[[Seborrhoeic dermatitis|Seborrhoeic Dermatitis]]=== | ===[[Seborrhoeic dermatitis|Seborrhoeic Dermatitis]]=== | ||
* Closely related to [[dandruff]]. Dry or greasy peeling of scalp, eyebrows, face | * Closely related to [[dandruff]]. | ||
* Dry or [[greasy]] peeling of [[scalp]], [[eyebrows]], [[face]] and sometimes [[trunk]]. | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1], Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Edzel Lorraine Co, D.M.D., M.D.
Overview
History
Given the many possible reasons for eczema flare-ups, a doctor is likely to ascertain a number of other things before making a diagnosis.
- An insight into family history
- Dietary habits
- Lifestyle habits
- Allergic tendencies
- Any prescribed drug intake
- Any chemical or material exposure at home or workplace
Symptoms
Because eczema is a set of clinical characteristics and not a single disease, there are many different symptoms. All of them involve inflammation of the skin. The symptoms for the more common ones are:
Atopic Eczema
- Most common form, thought to be genetic and linked to asthma
- Itchy rash is particularly noticeable on head and scalp, neck, inside of elbows, behind knees, and buttocks.
Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic: delayed rash caused by an allergen (poison ivy, nickel, etc.)
- Irritant: direct reaction caused by an irritant (ex. types of detergent)
Xerotic Eczema
- Extremely cracked and dry skin that develops into a rash.
- More common in older population.