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.
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Atopic dermatitis: Atopic dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by dry, wrinkled, itchy and occasionally red skin. Symptoms can be reduced with hypoallergenic cleansers and moisturizers, and fragrance/dye free detergents. Topical steroids are also helpful. This condition stems from a hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system. It is controllable, not curable.
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