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Atopic dermatitis, commonly referred to as eczema, is a chronic skin disorder categorized by scaly and itching rashes. People with eczema often have a family history of allergic conditions like asthma , hay fever , or eczema.
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Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin disorder associated with biochemical abnormalities in the patient ' s body tissues and immune system. It is characterized by inflammation, itching , weepy skin lesions, and an individual or family history of asthma , hay fever, food allergies , or similar allergic disorders.
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Eczema is a general term used to describe a variety of conditions that cause an itchy, inflamed skin rash. Atopic dermatitis , a form of eczema, is a non-contagious disorder characterized by chronically inflamed skin and sometimes intolerable itching .
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What Is Atopic Dermatitis?Atopic dermatitis(eczema)causes chronic skin irritation.
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Managing Atopic DermatitisTo manage your symptoms and keep them in check, try these self-care tips:Caring for Your SkinUse a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser for bathing. Rinse well.
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Pneumonia in an immunocompromised host describes a lung infection that occurs in a person whose ability to fight infection is greatly impaired.
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Discharge Instructions for Immunocompromised PatientsYou have either undergone a procedure or been diagnosed with an illness that has made you "immunocompromised." This means that your immune system is very weak, making it difficult to fight off i...
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