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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Then wrap a dry later of cloth over the wet layer and wear loose clothing over the wraps. In severe cases of atopic eczema, wet wraps can be done two to three times a day and sometimes left on ...

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 ...

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a skin disease of chronic inflammation exacerbated by acute flares that commonly affects infants, children, and adults. Therapies generally include emollients, topical ...

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 ...

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 ...

If you suffer from eczema, you know the frustration of constant itchiness, flaky skin, and general discomfort. The most common form of eczema is atopic dermatitis, but there are several versions, all ...

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 ...