Across the Ages: 3 Snapshots of my Eczema LifeLittle did I know the diagnosis of eczema at six years old would latch on possibly the rest of my life. Who knew not all diseases can be easily treated...reactions2comments
Falling into Good HabitsWith the latest weather snap, a cold front blew in, and my granddaughter woke up with a dry patch above her eyebrow. We had cheered on our hometown football team...reactionscomments
Head to Toe Moisturizers for The SkinFinding the right moisturizer for your skin is not easy. What absorbs on one person, may not work on others. We’ve all been through the trial and error of trying...reactionscomments
From the Community: Eczema Across the AgesWe asked and you answered. While atopic dermatitis is typically diagnosed in infants and children, some may not get a diagnosis until later in life. A look at what age...reactionscomments
Most Frequently Asked Questions About Atopic EczemaAtopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition and is the most common type of eczema. It is also known as atopic eczema. AD most commonly occurs in children, with...reactionscomments
Does Atopic March Exist?I came across the term “Atopic March” a few times after my son was diagnosed with allergies. If Atopic March existed, I could expect asthma to be the next phase...reactions2comments
What I Wish People Knew...It would be nice to have a little pamphlet to hand out when people get chatty or are curious about our skin condition. Helping others understand what we go through...reactionscomments
Hair Removal With Atopic EczemaAtopic eczema, the most common form of eczema, causes redness, inflammation, and intense itching. Removing hair either by shaving or waxing can be especially difficult with eczema because so many...reactionscomments
A Look at Allergies and Atopic DermatitisResearchers believe that the dysfunction in skin barrier seen in atopic dermatitis leads to an increased sensitivity to allergens. What are allergens you might ask!? An allergen is a substance...reactionscomments
Skin Conditions from MedicationsIt seemed like the gene for skin problems had passed me by. Other women in my family had them. But not me…. that is until I started medication for a...reactionscomments
My 3 Takeaways From NEA's One-Day ForumOn October 1st, I attended the National Eczema Association (NEA) One-Day Forum in New York City at Mount Sinai. The day was filled with information, emotions and connection with one...reactions2comments
What I Wish Others Knew About my Eczema — Not Just a ConditionWhen titles go so far to “wish” others to seek knowledge of something most people sort of already know, it usually reveals a deeper level of unseen territory. Or in...reactionscomments
Community Recommendations: Your Go-To Flare Care Items!We asked and you shared! We asked our community members what are your "go to" over-the-counter items you use when you are experiencing an atopic eczema flare-up. A look at...reactionscomments
True or False with Atopic DermatitisThere are some common notions associated with atopic dermatitis. Some of them are so weird that you wouldn’t give them a second thought. Others might get you to worrying. Before...reactionscomments
Ways to Get Involved for Eczema Awareness MonthMore than 30 million Americans, many of them children, suffer from atopic dermatitis (also known as atopic eczema). Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a type of eczema, although there are other...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
Feelings of Guilt with Childhood DermatitisI was writing a blog about whether a child will outgrow atopic dermatitis and kept getting stuck. My fingers felt heavy. I remembered exactly how I felt when we found...reactionscomments
Pregnancy and EczemaIt had been 1 year since my last flare up…I was beginning to think that I no longer suffered from eczema. Although, I knew I wasn’t in the clear 100%...reactionscomments
Resources for Reduced Cost HealthcarePrescriptions, scent free laundry detergent, over-the-counter products, special cleaning products, all these items can add up and can make living with or caring for someone with atopic dermatitis expensive. There...reactionscomments
Tips for Living with EczemaI lived with severe eczema for a long time. I can’t say an exact amount of time for how long it was severe because eczema is tricky. Just when I...reactions1comment
