Eczema Overview

The itching usually comes first and later into rashes. So it can be said that, “The itch that rashes”. This group of skin rashes may first appear in babies and toddlers, becoming drier and flaky in older children. Adults may see scaly, leathery patches or stubborn hand eczema.

Types of Eczema

Atopic dermatitis – Is the common form of eczema. It usually starts in childhood and often gets milder or goes away by adulthood. In babies, it is a condition called that “Cradle cap” the doctors call seborrheic eczema or seborrheic dermatitis. It seems as yellow, oily, scaly patches on the scalp. Usually, it clears up without treatment at 8 to 12 months of age.

Contact dermatitis – You may have contact dermatitis if you have red, irritated skin triggered by a response to substances you touch. It arises in two kinds: allergic contact dermatitis an immune system response to an irritant such as latex or metal. Irritating contact dermatitis begins when your skin is irritated by a chemical or other substance.

Dyshidrotic eczema – It causes small blisters to form on your hands and feet. It’s more common in women than in men. Fluid-filled blisters form on your fingers, toes, palms and soles of your feet, these injuries may itch or hurt.

Seborrheic dermatitis – Is a common condition that causes a red, itchy and flaky rash. The rash can appear swollen or raised and a yellowish or white crust may form on its surface. Seborrheic dermatitis develops in areas where the skin is oily, such as Scalp, eyebrows, eyelids, ears, face, armpits, genitals, upper chest & back.