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Recently I stumbled across an article that got me thinking. It was an article that came out in April by Dr. Nian-Sheng Tzeng and colleagues, published in Frontiers in Psychiatry...

Summer is here and the livin' is easy...well maybe not that easy when you have to manage atopic eczema! If you or a loved one struggle with atopic eczema then...

I grew up in New Jersey. There are four full seasons in New Jersey: winter, spring, summer, and fall. Summer is generally warm and humid, while fall, winter, and even...

I’m not one to ignore problems. If there is a problem, there’s a strong desire for me to fix it. After all, there must be a solution. So I think...

As I write this, it has been about 8 months since I went full-on vegan. I originally started going vegan again because I watched some documentaries on Netflix by Kip...

Atopic dermatitis (AD) can cause an intense itch that is difficult to impossible to ignore. Scratching the itch only leads to temporary relief as the scratching causes the skin to...

Ever since I was in high school, I have always admired rainbow-colored manes. I went through a spectrum of colors myself going from red highlights, to brunette, and even as...

I recently talked about my 7-day international trip with atopic eczema. My skin wasn't its worse, but it also could have been a lot better. I love traveling and I'm...

Who really likes to clean? I'm definitely not the cleanest person. I hate cleaning.  I hate straightening up.  I don't like the smell of cleaning products.  And when I do...

With summer on its way, it seems like a good time to talk about how are you can make going to the beach more enjoyable if you have eczema. In...

There are times when it’s good to call the doctor about your itchy atopic dermatitis problems. What if it’s not really all that bad of an outbreak? Is it safe...

After a recent visit to the allergist to determine how Catherine’s allergies may be connected to her eczema, we were given an educational handout about atopic dermatitis in children. I...

Having you been missing out on a solid nights sleep because of skin issues from atopic dermatitis? It’s tough to try and stay tucked in when you’re kicking the covers...

After dealing with eczema as an adult, I thought I had a good idea of how to treat my skin. Then motherhood came and each of my kids started out...

Ever since she was young, Catherine has been dealing with eczema. Her baby soft skin started to become a little drier and rougher. Tiny bumps covering her arms and legs...

When you travel for work or for fun, atopic dermatitis comes along for the ride. Travel can be exciting and stressful. Some planning can make it easier. If you are...

Sometimes we take care of our tickly skin itches easily. A little rub with our index finger, and our skin is satisfied. That was all it needed. But what if...

I have a family member who has a tough case of the scaly itching ear. He works in a business environment, so dress slacks and a shirt are required for...

One of the first steps in managing your atopic dermatitis (also known as atopic eczema) is assembling the best healthcare team for you. Having the support of friends, family, and...

I experienced my worst moments with eczema in the 1990s to early 2000s. And nearly 100% of the time, I experienced them alone. There was no Internet, no Facebook, Instagram...