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What does eczema look like?
Eczema is the name given to a number of skin diseases that arise from the inflammation of the skin, caused by unknown triggers. There is no definite cause for eczema, although it is a genetic disorder. It can be triggered by changes in weather, certain soaps and detergents, allergies such as asthma or hay fever, or stressful situations.
It is an extremely uncomfortable condition to have, and can be very embarrassing socially as outbreaks of eczema appear on all parts of the body, mainly the wrists, elbows, knees, neck and back. It can also appear on the face and other areas as well. Atopic eczema is the most common form, and causes an itchy rash to appear on the head, scalp, neck, inside of elbows and behind the knees.
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