Archive for April, 2007

Eczema and Small Pox Vaccination

Although scientists are working to develop safer vaccines, persons diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (or eczema) should not receive the current smallpox vaccine. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a U.S. Government organization, persons who have ever ... read more

Eczema and the Quality of Life

Despite the symptoms caused by atopic dermatitis, it is possible for people with the disorder to maintain a good quality of life. The keys to quality of life lie in being well-informed; awareness of symptoms and their possible cause; and ... read more

Skin Features Associated With Eczema

Here are some of the common skin features associated with Eczema:

  • Atopic pleat (Dennie-Morgan fold): an extra fold of skin that develops under the eye
  • Cheilitis: inflammation of the skin on and around the lips
  • Hyperlinear palms: increased number of ... read more
  • The Bacteria Living on Your Child’s Skin

    Eczema seems to attract certain bacteria, in particular Staphylococcus aureus, which are found on the surface of the skin in the majority of children with eczema. The presence of Staphylococcus aureus on the skin does not necessarily indicate infection. It ... read more

    Some Frequently Asked Questions on Children Eczema

    WHAT IS THE RISK OF MY CHILD DEVELOPING ASTHMA?
    There is a risk. Children with eczema have a three-fold increased risk of developing asthma
    compared to other children. This should not cause undue anxiety. In most cases the asthma is ... read more