October is Eczema Awareness Month
Throughout October, the American Academy of Dermatology is helping people better understand eczema. To do this, we’re sharing information with one goal in mind:
Help people who have a type of eczema live their best life.
What is Eczema Awareness Month?
October is the time of year when dermatologists, dermatology nurses, organizations, people living with eczema and their loved ones, and others shine the spotlight on eczema.
By working together to increase awareness of eczema, we can:
Help patients better manage their condition.
Shed light on available treatment options, so that patients and parents can make shared, informed treatment decisions with their dermatologists.
Advocate for patients to help them secure the treatment they need.
Give people a glimpse of what it’s like to live with eczema and help resolve common misunderstandings.
Encourage patients to advocate for themselves.
Information to help you better understand eczema
Unlike dry skin, this type of eczema requires more than a good moisturizer to treat it effectively. Discover how dermatologists diagnose hand eczema and what can bring relief.
This type of eczema often begins in childhood but can begin at any age. Learn about new FDA-approved medications and see how dermatologists help patients by creating an individualized treatment plan.
For years, Peter Moffat, creator of the British TV series Criminal Justice, suffered with atopic dermatitis/eczema and said nothing. See how he overcame this, and what may help if atopic dermatitis affects your self-esteem.
Angela’s dermatologist knew which medication would effectively treat her eczema. Find out how he worked with Angela’s insurance provider to get the treatment she needed.
Almost everyone gets this type of eczema at least once. Learn if contact dermatitis could be causing your rash and when you need to see a dermatologist.
If you have venous insufficiency, dermatologists recommend that you look at the skin on your legs frequently for signs of this type of eczema. Here’s what to look for.
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Last updated: 10/10/23