Question 1

can atopic dermatitis occur on scalp in a 19 year old adult?

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Yes: Several other skin conditions also occur. Best to see a dermatologist. Is there eczema anywhere else? Itch? Any treatment so far? Scales or flakes?

Question 2

wat''s difference between eczema & atopic dermatitis? which one is harder to treat and difficult to deal with? can the words be used interchangeably?

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Yes, Interchangeable: Atopic dermatitis and eczema are usually interchangeable because they mean the same condition.  However, you could have eczema which could be localized such as nummular eczema which is not atopic dermatitis.  The term atopic is associated with allergy.  Patients with atopic dermatitis do suffer from other conditions such as asthma also.

Question 3

atopic dermatitis! what is it?

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Allergy: Atopia means allergy. Dermatitis means skin rash. It's simply an allergic skin rash.

Question 4

what will treat atopic dermatitis?

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Treat itch, triggers: There are 4 basic principles to treating atopic dermatitis: 1: controlling itch with antihistamines, 2: good skin care for dryness, 3: using anti-inflammatory medications like steroid creams and elidel/protopic type agents, and 4: studying and addressing triggers (like food or animal allergies or chemicals that irritate sensitive skin, or superinfection with staph). See dermatologist or allergist.

Question 5

how do i cure my atopic dermatitis?

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No cure: Unforturnately, atopic dermatitis is a chronic medical condition for which there is currently no cure. Symptoms are usually dry irritated itchy skin. The severity can vary with the seasons and different exposures. Treatment consists of using fragrance-free moisturizers, sometimes in combination with topical steroids. See your doctor if the condition is bothersome.

Question 6

how to cure my drying atopic dermatitis?

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Cure not possible: Unfortunately there really isn't a cure for atopic dermatitis.  But it is definitely treatable.  I often tell patients that if using a moisturizer 3-5 times a day may not be enough.  And always remember that it is possible that the diagnosis needs to be reconsidered.  This may not your case but it is always something that needs to be pondered. Particularly if a patients not getting better.

Question 7

can you tell me about atopic dermatitis?

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Chronic: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition of children and adults which can be associated with other disorders such as asthma and allergic rhinitis. It consists of itchy dry scaly skin. See a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 8

is it possible to cure atopic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Treatable!: Atopic dermatitis can be treated but not cured.  With proper management,  a person can remain symptom free, and have beautiful skin.  One must remain diligent in keeping good care of their skin.  Mild soaps should be used to bathe the skin, and thick moisturing creams should be applied immediately after bathing to keep moisture in the skin.  Topical steroids and immunomodulaters can also be used.

Question 9

what sort of problem is atopic dermatitis?

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Atopic Dermatitis: Atopic dermatitis most often begins in childhood before age 5 and may persist into adulthood. For some, it flares periodically and then subsides for a time, even up to several years. Itching may be severe, and scratching the rash can make it even itchier and cause more inflammation. Once the skin barrier is broken, the skin can become infected by bacteria, especially staphylococcus aureus.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of atopic dermatitis?

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rash from scratchin: Most of the time, the main symptom is intensely itchy skin that causes the person to scratch. The scratching can cause patches of red rashes, often in the bends of the elbows and knees, or other joints; sometimes on the face, hands and feet; sometimes all over the body. If you keep scratching, you can get bleeding and skin lines (lichenification), and superficial skin infections that are painful.

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