Key points Overview Most efforts to address chemical hazards have focused on breathing chemicals in rather than absorbing through skin. Because of this, researchers have developed many ways to assess…

Eczema is a chronic skin disorder characterized by scaly and itchy rashes. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type. Atopic dermatitis is due to a skin reaction pattern, similar to an allergy…

Atopic dermatitis is a long-term (chronic) skin disorder that causes scaly and itchy rashes. It’s also called eczema. The condition is due to a hypersensitive skin reaction that is similar to an allergy….

Atopic dermatitis is a long-term (chronic) skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes. It is a type of eczema. Other forms of dermatitis include: Causes Atopic dermatitis is due…

Summary Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling. Eczema is also called dermatitis. Most types cause dry, itchy skin and rashes on the face, inside the elbows and…

Research Progress Related to Atopic Dermatitis The NIAMS Dermatology Branch conducts clinical and basic research of the skin and skin diseases, including topics such as: Additional areas of research on atopic dermatitis,…

Diagnosing atopic dermatitis may include the following: Your doctor may need to see you or your child several times to make an accurate diagnosis and to determine if symptoms are…

Overview of Atopic Dermatitis Atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin. It is a common condition…