Eczema is a common, inflammatory skin condition. In most cases, the signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis begin in early childhood, with peak prevalence between two and six years. In its mildest form, it produces redness and dry skin. In more severe conditions, it can have swelling, crusting, oozing open sores called "weals," intense itching…
Eczema is often seen as an itchy, annoying side effect of having dry skin. Yet many people with eczema also have asthma. Researchers now say this is no coincidence; the two conditions may be related. About one person in five who has asthma also has symptoms of eczema. Some scientists think that many cases of…