Eczema is a catchall term for a variety of itchy skin inflammations/rashes which may be characterized by redness, oozing, crusting, blistering, scaling, and/or hardening. It can be caused/aggravated by both internal and/or external substances. Eczema types/names are typically descriptive of where on the body the lesions are, a physical characteristic of or the origin of. The most common is Atopic Dermatitis with some others being Contact Dermatitis, Hand Eczema, Nummular Dermatitis, Perioral Dermatitis, Pompholyx, Seborrheic Dermatitis.
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- The National Eczema Society Free information for eczema and dermatitis sufferers.
- Medinfo: Eczema Easy to understand information for patients with eczema, which is an inflammation of the skin that may cause dryness, flakiness, heat and itching. Written by a UK general practitioner.
- National Eczema Association Educational resources for the prevention and treatment of eczema and related skin complaints.
- MIO's World MIO is a Japanese dermatologist and a severe atopic dermatitis patient herself. This is MIO's case history without corticosteroid therapy with thoughts about AD.
- MedicineNet: Eczyma (Atopic Dermatitis) Doctor written consumer health information. Includes causes, symptoms, diagnosis and long-term treatment.
- NIH: Atopic Dermatitis This booklet is for people who have atopic dermatitis (often called eczema), parents and carers of children with atopic dermatitis.
- NHS Choices: Eczema (Discoid) Provides information on this skin disorder, also known as nummular eczema. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.
- NHS Choices: Eczema (Atopic) Provides information on this chronic skin condition. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.
- NHS Choices: Varicose Eczema Provides information on this chronic skin condition that affects the legs. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
- WebMD - Eczema Health Center Information and news updates about the prevention and treatment of different types of eczema.
- Eczema Pictures Collection of eczema pictures of different types.
- Itchy Baby Eczema advice and treatment specifically for babies. From creams through to dietary recommendations and washing techniques.
- eMedicine: Atopic Dermatitis Atopic dermatitis or eczema is a chronic pruritic skin condition usually beginning in infancy.
- Eczema Zones Support for people living with eczema in the UK. The site has different zones for infants, juniors, teens, adults and parents.
- eMedicineHealth: Eczema Consumer health resource providing an overview of eczema and its causes, symptoms, and treatment.
- Mölnlycke Health Care: Ezcema An educational site for atopic eczema sufferers, their carers and healthcare professionals. An informative environment where guidance is given on this disorder and the wet wrapping technique.
- What Is Eczema? Understanding eczema. The types, the causes and the treatments. Need to know information and patient experiences.
- The Merck Manual: Dermatitis Symptoms, complications, diagnosis and treatments for various types of eczemas.
- Eczema Treatments A resource for those suffering from Eczema. Information pertaining to irritants, symptoms and treatment pathways.
- AAD: Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis Patient information from the American Academy of Dermatology, including a description of the condition, treatment information and links.
- Types of Eczema A comprehensive online eczema resource from the American Academy of Dermatology.