Living With: An Interview with Jeff Ten BroeckI recently had the opportunity to interview AtopicDermatitis.net advocate Jeff Ten Broeck for the Health Union podcast, Living With. In the interview, he talks about the struggles of being a... By Emily Downward1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Priority Review for Dupixent in AdolescentsDupixent® (dupilumab) is a medication that is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in adolescents (aged 12 to 17) with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Emerging Areas of Research in Atopic DermatitisAtopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common inflammatory skin condition. Commonly known as eczema, it is estimated to affect 10-25% of children and 2-8% of adults in affluent countries, including... By Emily Downward4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is There a Connection Between Leaky Gut and Atopic Dermatitis?Leaky gut may be a key contributor to many conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, and food intolerances. But how is leaky gut related to atopic dermatitis (eczema)?... By Emily Downward4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Am I Always Getting Sick?Atopic dermatitis (AD), also commonly known as eczema, is associated with an increased risk of skin infections due to the damage to the skin barrier. When the skin is healthy... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Atopic Dermatitis a Systemic Condition?Atopic dermatitis (AD) affects the skin, and while several patches of skin might be affected in an individual, AD has typically been considered a localized disease, as the skin is... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Fermented Foods for Mental HealthFermented foods (and beverages) have been a part of cultures around the world for thousands of years, as fermentation provides a way to preserve foods, gives them additional nutritional value... By Emily Downward4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What is the Aron Regimen?The Aron Regimen is named for Dr. Richard Aron, a dermatologist based in the UK who has been treating atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, for forty years. Dr. Aron... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Impact of Atopic Dermatitis on Quality of LifeIt is estimated that at least 3% of the U.S. population has atopic dermatitis (eczema), the chronic, inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by an intense itching. The prevalence of... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Burden of Living with Atopic DermatitisAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition that creates a significant burden on those who are affected by it, as well as their family members. Physically, AD causes the... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments