Eczema Series

Recent data suggests more children and adults are diagnosed with AD. This activity will discuss the definition and diagnostic criteria of AD, along with the. . .

Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) is a chronic, itchy, and inflamed skin condition that can be frustrating for patients and parents. While the exact. . .

“Eczema” is synonymous with “dermatitis,” a term that generally describes a group of skin conditions associated with skin inflammation, resulting in an itchy. . .

Distinguishing various types of inflammatory skin conditions can challenge even the most experienced dermatologist, and this is often true in the case of. . .

The management of AD involves multiple factors such as caregivers, lifestyle adjustments, and constant skin care. An overview of a framework to AD management. . .

Eczema is a chronic relapsing-remitting inflammatory skin condition. Treatment goals focus on decreasing the severity and frequency of disease flares and thus. . .

As our understanding of eczema etiology develops, so do the therapeutic strategies. This class will present basic concepts in eczema management focusing on. . .

Emollients are a mainstay therapy for AD, and all providers should be aware of how they work to achieve barrier repair. However, not all emollients work by the. . .

The FDA recently approved a new topical medication for the treatment of eczema. How does this new development change daily practice? This class will review the. . .

Biologics have swept the field of medicine over the last decade and now a first in class biologic is approved for eczema. These powerful agents can be. . .

For patients with long standing AD who have inadequate response with traditional eczema treatments, a common question is, “What’s next?” Many adjunctive. . .

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is multifactorial - lifestyle and dietary influences may play a role in influencing the conditions. The evidence for the role of. . .

It takes the efforts of many providers and caregivers to treat one eczema patient, and primary practitioners are often at the center of that effort. The stress. . .

To many experts, itch defines eczema, as eczema is the “itch that rashes”. To most patients, itch represents the most devastating, daily struggle with the. . .

Thankfully, eczema is not a life-threatening disease. Yet complications are not rare. From mild skin infections, to erythroderma, and rarely to. . .

Eczema is a chronic condition that often lasts a lifetime and requires multiple treatment approaches. Real life cases and challenges will be explored and. . .