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Eczema is a catchall term for a variety of itchy skin inflammations/rashes which may be characterized by redness, oozing, crusting, blistering, scaling, and/or hardening. It can be caused/aggravated by both internal and/or external substances. Eczema types/names are typically descriptive of where on the body the lesions are, a physical characteristic of or the origin of. The most common is Atopic Dermatitis with some others being Contact Dermatitis, Hand Eczema, Nummular Dermatitis, Perioral Dermatitis, Pompholyx, Seborrheic Dermatitis.
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The National Eczema Society - Free information for eczema and dermatitis sufferers. Medinfo: Eczema - Easy to understand information for patients with eczema, which is an inflammation of the skin that may cause dryness, flakiness, heat and itching. Written by a UK general practitioner. National Eczema Association - Educational resources for the prevention and treatment of eczema and related skin complaints. MIO's World - MIO is a Japanese dermatologist and a severe atopic dermatitis patient herself. This is MIO's case history without corticosteroid therapy with thoughts about AD. MedicineNet: Eczyma (Atopic Dermatitis) - Doctor written consumer health information. Includes causes, symptoms, diagnosis and long-term treatment. NIH: Atopic Dermatitis - This booklet is for people who have atopic dermatitis (often called eczema), parents and carers of children with atopic dermatitis. NHS Choices: Eczema (Discoid) - Provides information on this skin disorder, also known as nummular eczema. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention. NHS Choices: Eczema (Atopic) - Provides information on this chronic skin condition. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention. NHS Choices: Varicose Eczema - Provides information on this chronic skin condition that affects the legs. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. WebMD - Eczema Health Center - Information and news updates about the prevention and treatment of different types of eczema. Eczema Pictures - Collection of eczema pictures of different types. Itchy Baby - Eczema advice and treatment specifically for babies. From creams through to dietary recommendations and washing techniques. eMedicine: Atopic Dermatitis - Atopic dermatitis or eczema is a chronic pruritic skin condition usually beginning in infancy. Eczema Zones - Support for people living with eczema in the UK. The site has different zones for infants, juniors, teens, adults and parents. eMedicineHealth: Eczema - Consumer health resource providing an overview of eczema and its causes, symptoms, and treatment. Mölnlycke Health Care: Ezcema - An educational site for atopic eczema sufferers, their carers and healthcare professionals. An informative environment where guidance is given on this disorder and the wet wrapping technique. What Is Eczema? - Understanding eczema. The types, the causes and the treatments. Need to know information and patient experiences. The Merck Manual: Dermatitis - Symptoms, complications, diagnosis and treatments for various types of eczemas. Eczema Treatments - A resource for those suffering from Eczema. Information pertaining to irritants, symptoms and treatment pathways. AAD: Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis - Patient information from the American Academy of Dermatology, including a description of the condition, treatment information and links. Types of Eczema - A comprehensive online eczema resource from the American Academy of Dermatology.
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