Eczema Treatment Solutions

Eczema Treatment Solutions

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Symptoms of Eczema

If you notice red, itchy patches on your skin or that of your child, it may be atopic dermatitis. In infants, eczema typically appears as dry, scaly patches on the scalp, cheeks, chin or chest. The patches can release fluid, which can lead to further skin infections and difficulty sleeping.

In children, the symptoms of eczema present differently. The red, itchy patches typically appear on the creases of the elbows, knees or buttocks. It can also begin on the neck, wrists, and ankles. Patches of eczema in children may become bumpy, very itchy and can result in thickened or discolored skin, especially in skin of color

Although relatively rare, adults who get eczema will typically begin to see patches on the neck or creases of the knees and elbows. Severe cases of eczema can appear anywhere on the body, in children eczema is especially the face. This dry itchy skin is especially prone to infections.

 

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