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Atopic dermatitis! what is it?

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

Answered 7/2/2016

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Atopic dermatitis: Atopic dermatitis is also called eczema, dermatitis, or atopy. Most commonly, it may be thought of as a type of skin allergy or sensitivity. The atopic dermatitis triad includes asthma, allergies (hay fever), and eczema. There is a known hereditary component of the disease, and it is seen more in some families. The hallmarks of the disease include skin rashes and itching.

Answered 2/2/2016

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Atopic dermatitis: Inflammation of skin due to allergic skin rash.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Eczema: Atopic dermatitis is a complex condition also known as eczema. Recent genetic work has identified genetic mutations linked to the condition. These insights we hope will provide us with better treatment options in the future.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Allergic disorder: Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is an allergic disorder of the skin. However, eczema is not always directly caused by allergies. It is known as “the itch that rashes” because it is very itchy, but scratching it makes the itch worse, and so people scratch more and get a rash.

Answered 2/3/2019

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

AKA Eczema: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic, relapsing itchy skin rash that often occurs in the flexor creases, neck, ankles and wrists. In children, allergies are often the cause.

Answered 11/30/2019

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Allergic inflammatio: Of the skin is atopic dermatitis, results from to allergens patients are allergic to, most common are dust mites, sometimes described as "asthma" of the skin, hope that answers your question

Answered 5/8/2019

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