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What is Eczema?

Eczema is a persistent,itchy skin condition consisting of skin dryness and inflammation (manifested by redness of the skin, crusting and thickening of the skin). It typically starts within the first 2 years of life and tends to have a waxing and waning course. Acute episodes are called "flare-ups". Flare-ups are unpredictable in terms of timing and potential triggers.

What cause Eczema?

Patients with eczema have skin that is very sensitive to many substances (soap, wool, detergents, etc.) as well as excessive sweating. Once skin is exposed to a trigger, it releases chemicals to the surface of the skin causing the patient to itch. Itching in turn initiates a chemical release of substances leading to inflammation.

Research into the cause of eczema is still in the beginning phases. In most cases there is a familial predisposition. Atopy ( allergic rhinitis , asthma and hay fever ) is the term doctors use to describe this predisposition. However, the environment plays a significant role as well (such as heat in the summer and dry winters).

Is there a cure of Eczema?

Unfortunately, no cure is yet available for patients with eczema. However, with treatments currently available, patients can take control of their condition and enjoy an excellent quality of life.

How common is eczema for children/adults?

It is currently estimated that between 15-25% of children are affected by eczema. The numbers are significantly lower for adults.

Will my child outgrow it?
We strongly believe that most children will outgrow their eczema. Typically, flare-ups are less frequent and less severe as the child grows.

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When a child is small the constant itch can disrupt the whole family's sleep. A school-age child who has poor skin control usually feels isolated from his/her peers and can develop low self-esteem. Many people do not realize that eczema is not contagious and a child might be unnecessarily sent home from school. Your doctor can help you to keep the disease under control and also provide guidance on how to deal with day-to-day problems.

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