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What is eczema?

Eczema is a general term to describe skin conditions that resemble a rash. The most common type of eczema is that which is known as atopic dermatitis, which is an allergic reaction. Eczema is often very itchy and when you scratch the skin becomes red and inflamed. As many as 15 million people in the United States have some form of eczema. This occurs in both adults and children, but most often appears in infants. It is more likely that you have eczema if someone in your family has suffered from this condition.

Although the exact cause of this condition is unknown, eczema is not contagious. Eczema can not be cured, but it can handle and you can learn to avoid things that trigger it.
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What is eczema?

Eczema is a general term to describe skin conditions that resemble a rash. The most common type of eczema is that which is known as atopic dermatitis, which is an allergic reaction. Eczema is often very itchy and when you scratch the skin becomes red and inflamed. As many as 15 million people in the United States have some form of eczema. This occurs in both adults and children, but most often appears in infants. It is more likely that you have eczema if someone in your family has suffered from this condition.

Although the exact cause of this condition is unknown, eczema is not contagious. Eczema can not be cured, but it can handle and you can learn to avoid things that trigger it.

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