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2. Atopic dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   Atopic dermatitis ( AD ), also known as atopic eczema, is a long-term type of inflammation of the skin ( dermatitis ). [2] It results in itchy, red, swollen, and cracked skin. [2] Clear fluid may come from the affected areas, which can thicken over time. [2]

3. Dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   The cause of dermatitis is unknown but is presumed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Environmental. The hygiene hypothesis postulates that the cause of asthma, eczema, and other allergic diseases is an unusually clean environment in childhood which leads to an insufficient human microbiota.

4. Hand eczema - Wikipedia

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   Non-communicable inflammation of the skin of the hands is referred to as hand eczema. Hand eczema is widely prevalent and, as it is a very visible condition associated with severe itching or pain, has serious consequences for the affected person including a high psychological impact.

5. 7 Eczema Types: What to Know About the Symptoms, Causes ... - AOL

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   Treatment “Mild cases may be managed with frequent thick moisturizing and use of topical medications, while more severe cases can require the same in addition to phototherapy or systemic ...

6. What causes skin to itch? New research pinpoints a ... - AOL

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   Scientists are still unraveling the mystery of why skin conditions like eczema cause people to itch. One known cause is inflammation, which gets worse as people scratch and their skin becomes damaged.

7. Nummular dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   Dermatology. Differential diagnosis. Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) Nummular dermatitis (commonly known as nummular eczema or discoid eczema) is one of the many forms of dermatitis. [1] It is characterized by round or oval-shaped itchy lesions. [2] The name comes from the Latin word " nummus ," which means "coin."