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Learn about eczema
What is eczema?
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Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic disease of the skin. It often affects people who also suffer from other conditions, such as asthma and hay fever, or have family members who do. The skin affected by eczema usually looks red, dry, and scaly, and is extremely itchy. Although eczema can affect the entire body, it's usually found in specific areas.
In children, the most commonly affected areas are the cheeks, chin, back, stomach, and arms.
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Areas such as the hands, feet, and creases of the elbows and knees are also commonly affected. In adults, eczema is commonly found on the eyelids, neck, hands and wrists, and behind the elbows and knees.
Eczema affects more than 15 million Americans and the numbers are growing. Ten percent of all children have eczema, with most cases being diagnosed before the age of 5. Although eczema may clear up by adolescence, many people continue to suffer from it throughout their lives. Eczema is more common in urban areas and affects both males and females in all racial groups .
Important Information
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Protopic prescription ointment is used for short or repeated treatments for people who don’t respond well to or who may have side effects with traditional treatments. It’s approved for adults in concentrations of 0.1% and 0.03% and for children, aged 2 to 15 years, in the 0.03% concentration only. Although individual results may vary, many people see improvement after the first few weeks of treatment.
The most common side effects are stinging and burning. The worse your eczema is, the more likely you may have stinging and burning. Protopic may be associated with an increased risk of certain skin infections. When using Protopic, avoid direct sunlight, tanning salons, and phototherapy, and don’t cover the skin being treated with bandages, dressings, or wraps. Only your doctor can weigh the risks and benefits and decide if Protopic is right for you .
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