What is eczema?

Eczema or dermatitis is a kind of skin inflammation that is characterised by itching, redness, and a rash. Eczema impairs the skin's ability to maintain a healthy barrier (the "glue" of your skin) result in skin becoming more sensitive and prone to infection and dryness.

Causes

• immune system activation
• genetics
• environment
• stress

Symptoms

• dry, scaly skin
• skin flushing
• itching may be severe especially at night
• open, crusted, or weeping sores