Atopic Dermatitis - What Increases Your Risk
The major risk factor for atopic dermatitis is having a family history of the condition. You are also at risk for atopic dermatitis if family members have asthma, allergic rhinitis, or other allergies.
An infant who has a parent or sibling with atopic dermatitis, asthma, or allergic rhinitis has a 60% to 80% chance of developing atopic dermatitis.4
Eczema in Adults: Dealing With Itching
The itching of eczema can sometimes feel unbearable. And yet, the more you scratch, the itchier your skin becomes. To stop the cycle of eczema, here are six tips to soothe the itch. 1. Moisturize skin affected by eczema often. In most cases, moisturizers are the first step in itch control. Applying moisturizer helps lock in your skin’s own moisture. "Recent studies reveal that individuals with eczema have gaps between the cells in their skin that allow allergens to get in," says Andrea Cambio,...
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