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I feel like this should be written in a softer smoother font with gentle curves. That's because when we think about scratching, harsh images may come to mind. I can...

My name is Terry and I am from the Bay Area of California, USA. When I developed eczema at the age of 5, my life quickly became a series of...

Steroids. They are the bane of our existence as people with chronic eczema. We all have lived through the false hope and disappointment of being prescribed endless supplies of steroids...

Listen, I know that this subject may be a bit awkward. Honestly though, it just seems fitting to cover the topic of what covers our, you know – that business...

I've lived with atopic eczema since I was a child. While my flaring is less severe now that I am older, it's still pretty obvious. You can tell something is...

I've had atopic dermatitis since at least high school.  I say "at least" because I always just assumed it was dry skin and everyone had something like that on their...

It seems like the literature that comes with a medicine contains more than enough instructions. There are also backup instructions. Then they throw up cautions. But wait, just in case...

"Can I go out in the woods and play?" In this day of constant screen time entertainment, these words can be golden to a modern parent's ears. My son loved...

I recently had a bad eczema flare and was out of my usual medications to treat it.  I also wasn't entirely sure if that's what was happening to me.  I...

It’s been below freezing here in the Northeast. The kids have been excited to go into our hot tub. Chase insists that we should go into the hot tub when...

My daughter and I were a skin scare specialist team. She made the appointments and I arrived to do my part. As the Nana, I was usually well rested, leaving...

Some people just know things. You’ve seen them – all competent and the takey carey of business types. I really don’t think our family had enough information to deal with...

In 2017 I was invited to attend a retreat for IBD patients. We camped out for a few days and while I loved the experience, unfortunately, my skin did not...

With atopic eczema, it is important to protect yourself while doing chores around the house. With a few simple tips, you can keep your house clean and not irritate your...

The heating unit has been running around the clock. It’s hard to keep the place warm when temperatures drop. Hot air is hot air. It doesn’t matter if your heat...

I remember I was 15 and at camp away from home when some rashy-looking bumps showed up on the inside of my arms. I thought, maybe it is from something...

Joshua Han is founder and inventor of a device called Barrier Light. Inspired by his daughter who suffered from severe atopic dermatitis, he created Barrier Light to measure and track...

With names featuring words like “Magic,” “Beautiful,” “Wishes,” “Heaven,” and “Moonlight,” today’s bath products promise luxury, relaxation, rejuvenation, and beauty, which is likely why they’re considered a go-to gift for...

One thing I wasn’t prepared for with atopic dermatitis was the authoritative tone that people started to take with me, even when they knew nothing about the condition (not that...

Within these past few months, I have made so many life changes - from the loss of a relationship, moving (back) home, dietary changes, and changes in medications. You can...