This condition is often inherited and can affect people of all ages. Itching, dry, and sensitive skin are common complaints. The condition often flares up without warning but may be precipitated by emotional stress, environmental changes such as lack of humidity, and occasionally skin products. Relief can be gotten with the proper attention to moisturization and preventing scratching. Specific anti-inflammatory creams and anti-itch oral medication can be provided after an in-office evaluation with the dermatologist.
These are examples of eczema:
