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Eczema symptoms include itchy, red, and dry skin caused by inflammation. It’s most commonly found in children, although adults can get it. It is also called atopic dermatitis and is treated with oral medications, steroid creams and light therapy .

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Understanding Eczema -- Symptoms

Almost always, your skin will itch before a rash appears in eczema.

Typically, eczema shows itself as:

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