Eczema is an inflammation of the skin often linked with allergies. Doctors often use the terms eczema and atopic dermatitis interchangeably because most cases of eczema are caused by atopic dermatitis. It is a non-contagious skin disorder which causes itchy, scaly, skin which lowers a child’s quality of life because they constantly want to scratch.
It usually affects babies and very young children, but it can also last into adolescence and adulthood. Let’s explore eczema in adults vs children, along with differences in treatment and care.
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