Eczema is one of the commonest causes of dry, sensitive skin. This is an itchy, red inflamed rash and the affected person scratches persistently. Eczema affects 1 out of 10 persons (10%) at some time in their life, and it can be present in all age groups. Atopic Eczema is the most common type of Eczema.
Atopic Eczema is one type of endogenous eczema and is a very common skin disease that afflicts about 20% of children nowadays. However, it can also affect adults. Children and adults afflicted with this disease often suffer from itch and rashes for a long duration.
The term “eczema” is used interchangeably with “dermatitis” and refers to inflammation of the skin.