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Atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic skin condition that leads to inflammation, redness, and irritation. It often starts in childhood, but people of any age can develop it. Atopic dermatitis is not contagious and cannot be passed from person to person.1
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic skin condition that leads to inflammation, redness, and irritation. It often starts in childhood, but people of any age can develop it. Atopic dermatitis is not contagious and cannot be passed from person to person.1
Who gets atopic
dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis is extremely common, affecting women and men equally, and between 9-30% percent of people in the U.S.1
Signs and symptoms
Symptoms can flare in multiple areas of the body at once and may appear in both previously affected and new locations.
Skincare tips
Try these skincare habits to help with eczema2
1
Moisturize after bathing and whenever your skin feels dry.
2
Choose fragrance-free skincare products.
3
Test all new skincare products before using them.
4
Take short baths or showers to hydrate your skin.
5
Learn what triggers your atopic dermatitis to flare.
6
Choose eczema-friendly clothing and laundry detergent.
7
Protect your skin from extreme temperatures.
Treatment
Treatment of atopic dermatitis is based on patient age, symptoms, and overall health. The two primary goals of therapy are to help to heal the skin, as well as to help avoid and manage future flare-ups. There are a variety of medications used to treat atopic dermatitis. Phototherapy may also be an option.1
medications
creams and ointments
If you think you might have atopic dermatitis, talk to your doctor or dermatologist.
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LEARN MOREReferences: 1. Atopic Dermatitis. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Accessed May 1, 2025: https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/atopic-dermatitis 2. Eczema Types: Atopic Dermatitis Skin Care. American academy of Dermatology. Last updated October 10, 2023; accessed May 1, 2025: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/
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