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Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray

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Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray Dry skin Dry skin feels dry to the touch because of a lack of moisturer in the outer cell layer ( stratum corneum ). Dry skin is a very common problem in people with atopic dermatitis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by patches of itchy, dry, red, and inflamed skin.

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AAAAI News: Early Skin Microbiome and Metabolome Signatures May Predict AD in Infants

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Early skin microbiome and metabolome signatures can predict atopic dermatitis in infants aged 6 to 18 months old, according to new research being presented at the 2024 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting. The rates of atopic dermatitis were 30.8% in 6-month-old children and 20.8% at 18 months of age.

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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) vs. Psoriasis: Understanding the Differences

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Different Triggers and Causes : Eczema flare-ups can be triggered by allergens and irritants, whereas psoriasis can be exacerbated by stress, infections, and certain medications. Dry skin and insufficient moisturization. Contact dermatitis from metals, latex, chemicals. Medications (lithium, beta-blockers, NSAIDs).

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Atopic Dermatitis vs. Contact Dermatitis: What’s the Difference?

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Online Dermatologist Atopic Dermatitis vs. Contact Dermatitis: What’s the Difference? Atopic dermatitis (left) and contact dermatitis (right) display different symptoms. Contact Dermatitis : Triggered by external irritants or allergens, causing localized redness, blisters, and itching.

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New Ladder Helps Guide Choice of Non-steroidal Treatments in AD

The Dermatology Digest

A newly developed therapeutic ladder can help guide dermatologists and patients on the use of nonsteroidal treatment options for atopic dermatitis (AD). Ch’en, a medical student at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York, and Peter A. The study appears in Dermatitis.

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Keratosis Pilaris

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Online Dermatologist Keratosis Pilaris Medically reviewed by The Dermatologists and written by Dr. Alexander Börve Keratosis Pilaris (01) arm [ICD-10 L11.0] Associated with atopic dermatitis , asthma, and allergies. Most moisturizing creams used to treat keratosis pilaris contain urea or lactic acid. ICD-9: 701.1 ICD-9: 701.1

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How to Treat Eyelid Dermatitis (Eczema)

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Dermatitis is an umbrella term that refers to a group of skin conditions that cause skin irritation, sensitivity, redness, and similar symptoms. As the name implies, eyelid dermatitis or eyelid eczema, is a form of dermatitis that impacts the upper or lower eyelid. What is Eyelid Dermatitis?

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