Endogenous eczema occurs when an external chemical agent directly contacts the skin. The endogenous forms of eczema are atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, pompholyx, and varicose eczema. A combination of immune system activation, genetics, environmental triggers, and stress can cause endogenous eczema. It is managed by applying moisturizing skin and anti-itch cream on the affected region.
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Why has my 5-year-old been having eczema since she was 3 months old?
Query: Hello doctor,My 5 years old girl has been having eczema since she was 3 months old. She was scratchy all the time (at least every 3 to 4 hours). Even though we have applied moisturizers such as Aveeno, it was not helping her. When doctors prescribed topical steroids, we used it and she felt better. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have put your query with nice description but I think you have uploaded wrong images. So, if possible share correct images. From your description, it seems atopic eczema. It is endogenous eczema which may have several aggravating factors. Predisposition may come ... Read Full »