01 · Understanding the condition
Eczema includes several inflammatory skin disorders. Triggers, distribution, age, occupation and allergy history help distinguish atopic, contact and other forms.
02 · What people notice
Common signs
and patterns.
- Itch and dryness
- Red inflamed patches
- Cracking or oozing
- Recurrent sensitive skin
03 · Our assessment approach
01
Repair the skin barrier
02
Identify irritants or allergens
03
Control inflammation
04
Prevent and treat infection
Urgent review is needed for painful rapidly spreading redness, fever, widespread blisters or signs of infection.
04 · Common question
A clear
answer.
Is eczema contagious?+
No. Eczema cannot be passed between people, although infected eczema may require treatment.
Online information cannot confirm a diagnosis. Images and symptoms that appear similar can have different causes and may require examination or testing.