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Research Notes on Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis, also known as atopic eczema, is a long-lasting (chronic) skin problem. It causes itchy, inflamed skin.1 Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of dermatitis.2 It is not contagious; it cannot be spread from person to person.1
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- The most common symptoms are dry and itchy skin and rashes on the face, inside the elbows, behind the knees, and on the hands and feet.3
- It is most common in children, but can occur at any age.2
- Children with atopic dermatitis may also have asthma or hay fever.1
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What is Atopic Dermatitis?
- MedicineNet: What is Atopic Dermatitis?
- Healthwise (via WebMD): What is Atopic Dermatitis?
- A.D.A.M. (via Medline Plus): Definition of Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
What Are The Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis?
- MedicineNet: What are the Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis?
- Healthwise (via WebMD): Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis
- A.D.A.M. (via Medline Plus): Symptoms of Eczema (Atopic Dermatits)
What Are The Causes and Complications of Atopic Dermatitis?
- Wikipedia: Causes of Atopic Dermatitis
- MedicineNet: What Causes Atopic Dermatitis?
- Healthwise (via WebMD): What Causes Atopic Dermatitis?
What Are The Treatments and Medications for Atopic Dermatitis?
- Wikipedia: Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis
- MedicineNet: How is Atopic Dermatitis Treated?
- About.com: Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Overview
- Healthwise (via WebMD): Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis
What Are The Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis?
- Vashon Organics: Daily Skin Care Essential to Control Atopic Dermatitis
- MotherNature: Dermatitis and Eczema
- Natural Health: Ask the Experts: How Can I Get Relief From Eczema?
- About.com: Natural Treatments for Eczema
What Are The Types, Stages and Survival Rates of Atopic Dermatitis?
- MedicineNet: What are the Stages of Atopic Dermatitis?
- A.D.A.M. (via Medline Plus): Outlook (Prognosis) for Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
How Do You Prevent Atopic Dermatitis?
- Wikipedia: Prevention for Atopic Dermatitis
- Healthwise (via WebMD): Prevention for Atopic Dermatitis
- A.D.A.M. (via Medline Plus): Prevention for Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Atopic Dermatitis
- Yahoo Answers: Atopic dermatitis? | Natural Cure for Atopic Dermatitis? | My Baby has Atopic Dermatitis?
- Health Boards: Itchy Rash Everywhere! Help!
- eHealth Forum: Severity of Exzema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Foundations and Support Groups on Atopic Dermatitis
- National Eczema Association for Science and Education
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Atopic Dermatitis
- PubMed Central: Atopic Dermatitis Articles
- JAMA: Atopic Dermatitis Articles
- Google Scholar: Atopic Dermatitis Articles
Clinical Trials on Atopic Dermatitis
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Atopic Dermatitis Clinical Trials
- CenterWatch: Atopic Dermatitis Clinical Trials
Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 National Eczema Association: All About Atopic Dermatitis
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 DermNet NZ: Atopic Dermatitis
- ↑ National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases: Atopic Dermatitis
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