Eczema Symptoms
Eczema affects almost 15 percent of the population. Eczema can affect individuals of any age, but is most common in infants. Eczema is often worsened during the winter months because skin is more susceptible to become even drier and itchier, the two main symptoms of eczema.
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Itching
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Typically, the extreme itchiness occurs before the rash shows up.
Inflammation
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There must be inflammation in order for it to be eczema. Inflammation causes red bumps on the skin that cause itching and scratching, which will in turn make bigger patches of reddened, toughened skin.
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Dry Skin
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The skin appears lackluster, and feels scaly. This can affect parts of the body that are not currently affected by active eczema.
Sores
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Repeated scratching may cause sores with crusted skin.
Location
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While eczema may affect any area of the body, it commonly affects the face, neck and insides of elbows, knees and ankles. In infants, it affects the forehead, cheeks, neck, scalp, arms and legs.
Blisters
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Some forms of eczema may cause blisters and oozing lesions.
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