Atopic dermatitis natural history, complications and prognosis

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Complications

• Infections of the skin caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses
• Permanent scars
• Side effects from long-term use of medicines to control eczema

Prognosis

Atopic dermatitis is a long-term condition. You can control it with treatment, by avoiding irritants, and by keeping the skin well-moisturized. In children, the condition often starts to go away around age 5 - 6, but flare-ups will often occur. In adults, the problem is generally a long-term or returning condition. Atopic dermatitis may be harder to control if it:

• Begins at an early age
• Involves a large amount of the body
• Occurs along with allergic rhinitis and asthma
• Occurs in someone with a family history of eczema

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