Research Notes on Eczema
The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes which are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema, itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. ...read more from Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- Eczema can affect people of any age, although the condition is most common in infants.
- Some forms of eczema can be triggered by substances that come in contact with the skin, such as soaps, cosmetics, clothing, and detergents.
- Treatment of eczema may involve both lifestyle changes and the use of medications.
- Corticosteroid creams are sometimes prescribed to decrease the inflammatory reaction in the skin.
5 Great Resources on Eczema
- Cleveland Clinic: Eczema
- MedicineNet: Eczema
- WebMD Eczema Center: Eczema
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Eczema
- Mayo Clinic: Eczema
5 Latest Headlines on Eczema
What is Eczema?
- National Jewish Medical & Research Center: What is Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)?
- Eczema Guide: What is Atopic Eczema?
- Wikipedia: Eczema
- A.D.A.M. (via HealthCentra): Eczema
- American Academy of Dermatology: What is Eczema?
What Are The Symptoms of Eczema?
- NHS Direct: Eczema (Atopic) - Symptoms
- WrongDiagnosis: Symptoms of Eczema
- WebMD: Eczema Symptoms
- Medical News Today: Eczema Causes And Symptoms
What Are The Causes and Complications of Eczema?
- WebMD: Eczema Causes
- EczemaNet: Atopic Dermatitis: Possible Complications
- Mayo Clinic: Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Causes
- Eczema Guide: What Causes Eczema?
What Are The Treatments and Medications for Eczema?
- WikiHealth: Eczema Treatment
- eHow: How to Treat Eczema?
- American Academy of Dermatology: Eczema Treatment
- DrugDigest: How is Eczema Treated?
- About.com: Eczema Treatments for Kids
What Are The Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Eczema?
- MotherNature: Dermatitis and Eczema
- Natural Health: Ask the Experts: How Can I Get Relief From Eczema?
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM): Evening Primrose Oil
- HolisticWay.net: Holistic Treatment of Eczema
- About.com: Natural Treatments for Eczema
How Do You Prevent Eczema?
- EczemaNet: Preventing Flare-Ups
- Dr. Greene: Preventing Eczema
- Eczema Report: Eczema Prevention
- University of Michigan Health Systems: Eczema Prevention
Wisdom, Personal Experiences and Blogs about Eczema
- Eczema Blog: Living With Eczema
- Eczema Skin Treatment: Eczema
- WorldVillage: Eczema and Diet Blog
- Food for Thought and Health: How To Heal Yourself From The Inside
Foundations and Support Groups on Eczema
- National Eczema Society: Eczema
- Yahoo! Health Groups: Eczema
- MedHelp: Eczema
- The National Skin Care Institute: Skin Diseases
- MSN Groups: Kids with Eczema, Asthma & Allergies
- Yahoo Groups: Eczema Support
Message Boards, Chat and Discussions about Eczema
- HealthBoards: Eczema
- eHealth Forum: Eczema
- DailyStrength:Eczema
- Revolution Health: Eczema
- iVillage: Eczema
- Skin Care World: Community Center
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Eczema
- PubMedCentral: Eczema Articles
- JAMA: Eczema Articles
- Google Scholar: Eczema Articles
Clinical Trials on Eczema
- ClinicalTrials.gov Eczema Clinical Trials
- CenterWatch: Eczema Clinical Trials
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