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| The term eczema is used to describe all kinds of red, blistering, oozing, scaly, brownish, thickened, and itching skin conditions. In attempts to relieve the itching, the child may rub their head and cheeks and other affected areas with a hand, a pillow, or anything within reach. Incidence; Causes & Development The term atopic describes a group of allergic or associated diseases that often affect several members of a family. Emotional tension can provoke and aggravate itching in patients with AD and, according to a number of studies, AD patients show higher levels of anxiety, hostility and neurosis than matched controls. Amongst teens and young adults the eruptions typically occur on the elbow bends and backs of the knees, ankles and wrists, and on the face, neck and upper chest. An itching rash as described above, along with a family history of allergies, may indicate atopic dermatitis. The health care provider should examine the lesions to rule out other possible causes. This disease may result in an increased eosinophil count. Treatment & Prevention Proper, early and regular treatment by a dermatologist can bring relief and also may reduce the severity and duration of the disease. When this occurs, the skin may become infected. |
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