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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
Hard Water and Eczema Symptoms...The other day, as I was doggedly trying to work while simultaneously scratching my back as (in)effectively as one might expect with...reactionscomments
Molluscum Contagiosum and Eczema: Sounds Scary!...If you have a young child, they probably had or are likely to get molluscum contagiosum. It sounds terrible. But what is...reactions3comments
School Year Conversations for Skincare Success...The first weeks surrounding the start of a new school year are a whirlwind of activity and preparation. There are supplies to...reactionscomments
Searching for a Solution to my Child's Scalp Eczema...While the Selsun Blue solved the issue of the flakes and visibly dry scalp, the problem remained that her hair continued to...reactionscomments
Making History at the More Than Skin Deep Meeting...On September 23, 2019, the eczema community made history. Over 150 individuals from all over the US gathered together at the More...reactions2comments
5 Distractions From My Skin This Season...In the past, I used to really think I knew my body. I used to think I understood when my skin would...reactionscomments
What I Wish I Knew Earlier About Cortisone...In reading the stories and comments on AtopicDermatitis.net, I notice most are much younger than I. Many speak of depending on a...reactionscomments
#theitchisab*tch...You might have come across this cheeky hashtag on Instagram when searching about eczema - #theitchisab*tch. And you might be wondering to...reactionscomments
Go-To Winter Eczema Remedies...Winter can mean snow, drier air, turning on the heat and for people with eczema, a whole new level of dryness and...reactionscomments
Redefining Intimacy On Valentine's Day!...Intimacy + physical touch = discomfort and shame. This equation of words used to sum up my relationship with intimacy and romantic...reactionscomments
Self-Love Made Intimacy and Dating with Eczema More Comfortable...When I was a young, pre-pubescent girl, I remember having crushes at school. I had a handful of them, actually. Throughout 1st...reactionscomments
Do You Believe in Miracles?...Google defines a miracle as: A surprising event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore considered to...reactionscomments
Finding the Perfect Treats for Your Eczema Valentine...Giving a loved one food or treats can be a wonderful gesture. It can also be a risky one. Most people take...reactionscomments
What I’ve Learned from Dealing with a Staph Infection...Over the past 2 months, I have been dealing with a beautiful staph infection. I say beautiful because I have learned so...reactions2comments
An Eczema Meet-Up in New England and How to Plan Your Own!...Sunday, December 15th, on a cold, windy, winter day on the east coast, I held my second ever eczema/TSW meet-up! I live...reactionscomments
Getting Gel Nails to Avoid Scratching Eczema...One of the scariest things about having eczema is continuously growing weapons of destruction naturally through your fingers every day. Because of...reactionscomments
Wrestling with Eczema...Most medical professionals would agree that wrestling and eczema are not a great combination. The mats are a cesspool of bacteria, and...reactionscomments
3 Ways My Crohn's Medication Improved My Eczema...Although I lived with symptoms for much longer, I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when I was around seventeen years old. I...reactionscomments
