Atopic dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis Comorbidities and Disease Burden
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 Atopic dermatitis increases the risk of asthma and other allergy-related symptoms. Other atopic and allergy conditions are also common. This includes asthma (10–30% of cases), food allergies, allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and eosinophilic disorders. This narrative review, published in the Asian Pacific Journal...
Treatment of Chronic Pruritus: Narrowband UVB vs. Broadband UVB
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 For treating patients with chronic pruritus, narrowband ultraviolet B was found to be equivalent to broadband ultraviolet B. In inflammatory skin conditions, phototherapy is an important treatment technique. Ultraviolet light therapy may reduce pruritus in people who suffer from chronic pruritus (CP), whether...
Managing Eye Conditions While Living With Atopic Dermatitis
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 Atopic dermatitis increases the risk of certain eye conditions, such as conjunctivitis. Understanding these conditions may be helpful for managing your overall health if you have atopic dermatitis. This article outlines key strategies that may help you recognize the signs of eye issues....
Managing Uveitis as a Side Effect of Dupilumab for Eczema
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 If you’re living with atopic dermatitis, you may be familiar with dupilumab, a medication often used to manage this condition. However, a recent medical case study has explored how, in rare instances, the use of dupilumab could potentially cause uveitis, a type of...
Recognizing the Impact of Atopic Dermatitis: More Than Skin Deep
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 A recent study highlights the challenges faced by adults with atopic dermatitis, their satisfaction with treatment options, and their unmet needs. Let’s delve into these insights and how they could guide your journey if you’re living with atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis can negatively...
Dupilumab Shows Promise for Treating Older Adults With Eczema
Medically reviewed by Dr. Samuel Sarmiento, M.D., MPH on August 3, 2023 Dupilumab is typically used in children and adults with atopic dermatitis. A recent study provides insights into the effectiveness and safety of this drug for older patients. Those over 65 years old may find treating atopic dermatitis challenging due to the presence of...
Understanding Eczema: Home Remedies and Over the Counter Medication for Skin of Color
What are the best over the counter remedies? Plain Vaseline, no scents no fragrances, we want it just hypoallergenic if possible, because eczema skin can be sensitive to even fragrances and scents. We really want the skin barrier to be repaired. Eczema is a condition that affects the skin barrier. It’s not normal skin. So...
Understanding Eczema: Impact of Lifestyle and other Illnesses on Skin of Color
How do the different seasons affect eczema? Well, typically eczema flares and cold dry weather, which is winter season. In a lot of young, healthy, active adults, sweaty, hot summer days can make their eczema worse as well, especially hand eczema. I think it’s also really important to talk about pigmentation in skin of color....
Understanding Eczema: Appearance and Impact on Skin of Color
What is eczema? Eczema is a type of rash that the body makes. It’s an immune response. Basically, what happens is the immune system breaks down in the skin and produces an itchy, sometimes scaly rash that can be very uncomfortable. Eczema impacts a wide variety of people. How does this impact skin of color?...
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