Did you know there were 8 classifcations for Eczema? Suprisingly many people don’t know I didn’t know until I strarted diving into this.
In this post we will cover all 8. Some of these classifications will overlap but its important you know all of them.
Lets begin with the most common; the allergic kind or Dermatitis. Dermatitis aka contact eczema is the reaction when the skin comes in contact with something the immune system sees as alien such as reactions to poision ivy, and certain preservatives found in lotions and creams.
The next is Atopic dermatitis which is actually the reaction of the skin which is chronic, labeled by the itchy scratchy inflamation.
The third on the list is called Contact Eczema this is when the skin for lack of a better term rashes in a certain area where the skin comes in contact with an allergy- causing substance or with something that irritates the skin like a cleaning agent or other chemical. This usually is a temporary reaction to the chemical.
Next on our list is Dyshidrotic Eczema : This is a form of eczema where the irritation of the skin is on the palms of ones hands and the soles of the feet. It shows itself as clear deep blisters that itch and burn.
Our number 5 is Neurodermatitis: this shows itself as scaly patches formed on the head, lower legs, wrists and or forearms. It is usually caused by a localized itch from an insect bite. If you scratch the infected area it becomes highly irritated.
Nummular Eczema is our number 6th classification it forms in coin-shaped patches. These patches are irritated skin which are most commonly visible on the arms, back,buttocks, and lower legs. They have been known to-crust and scale and can be extremely itchy.
Seborrheic Eczema is number 7 on our list it is yellowish and oilyit usually forms scaly patches on the skin usually seen on the scalp, face, and
occasionally other parts of the body.
Stasis Dermatitis tops of our list at number 8 this usually shows itself as a skin irritation on the lower legs. It is usually brought around by circulatory problems
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