The number of children with atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is on the rise. Some estimate that one in five children in the U.S. now suffers from the painful, itchy skin condition. In ...

DENVER, CO -- July 10, 2014 -- The number of children with atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is on the rise. Some estimate that one in five children in the U.S. now suffers from the ...

Eczema can be so itchy and uncomfortable, kids scratch and claw at their skin until it bleeds. Now a simple, inexpensive, and drug-free therapy is helping children with the most severe cases. Jean ...

Try wet-wrap therapy during flares When eczema becomes particularly inflamed or itchy, wet-wrap therapy can offer relief. This technique involves applying prescribed medication and moisturizer to the ...

The authors propose home use of wet-wrap dressings in treating acute flares for 1 week, with once weekly repeat treatments, if necessary. Improvement in atopic dermatitis treated with wet wraps occurs ...

Does eczema have your skin feeling itchy and looking red and scaly no matter what you try, making you wonder if there will ever be relief ahead? Don't worry, you're not alone — according to the ...

Eczema is notoriously difficult to treat in children. The torturous dry-skin disease causes intense itching and sleeplessness, and sometimes parents try making dietary changes in addition or in place ...

Both guidelines state and discuss the many options available to clinicians in the treatment of AD, including the use of emollients and the importance of hydration. The guideline developed by The ...

Adults are more likely to get eczema on their hands, Marathe says, perhaps because they wash their hands and do the dishes more. It’s also common for symptoms to show up on the: Feet Neck Inside ...

First-generation antihistamines such as hydroxyzine and diphenhydramine have minimal effect on the pruritus accompanying AD, but their sedative effect may improve overall quality of life for those ...

The largest study ever conducted on wet wrap therapy shows it can dramatically improve skin conditions like atopic dermatitis and eczema. Experts at National Jewish Health in Denver saw a 71 percent ...