Atopic dermatitis is generally more itchy than psoriasis. What other signs point to this chronic skin condition?
Jennifer Etienne was worried her severe atopic dermatitis would prevent her from landing roles. Did her rough skin stop her from shining on screen?
Because of his skin condition, Brandon Hipps avoided school, a social life, and even the sun. How did he break free of the isolation and take care of his eczema?
Jeremy Paredes recalls the support he received after his severe eczema landed him in the ICU.
Washing dishes is something that is super hard for me, because I literally react to the dish liquid. … I can't wash the dishes unless I have gloves.
– Jennifer Etienne
Something as natural as sweating would always have me irritated. So I would mainly go out at nighttime.
– Brandon Hipps
I started calling myself an eczema warrior. I am a warrior, in a sense, because I’ve courageously conquered my eczema (mentally more than physically).
– Ashley Ann Lora
If I burn myself out by saying 'yes' to too much, I know after years of living with AD that it can put me into a flare.
– Summer Forlenza, eczema warrior
The future for people with atopic dermatitis has never looked so bright.
– Danielle Dubin, MD, and asst. professor of dermatology
You don't have to live with this common skin irritation. There are a number of medicines that can calm the itch.
Over the last several years, there have been advanced therapies developed for atopic dermatitis. Here are some of the highlights.
Find out why it’s important to take care of yourself with atopic dermatitis (eczema).
The future has never looked brighter when it comes to new treatments for atopic dermatitis, or eczema. Here’s what’s in the pipeline.
Managing atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, can take a lot of trial and error. Over time, a combo of approaches can make your treatment work for you.
For Helen Piña, it was easier for the allergist to tell her what wouldn’t aggravate her skin. Armed with a long list of allergens to avoid, she took back control.
Find out some tips you can use for your journey with atopic dermatitis.
All advice is not good advice. Here are some tips on what worked for one woman with atopic dermatitis.
If your treatment for AD isn’t working, it’s just the start of a process. A growing number of approaches and new drugs can help.
Ashley Ann Lora has dealt with eczema her entire life. Here, she shares her healing journey towards acceptance and the treatments that made a difference.
