This image displays dry skin with prominent hair follicles and inflamed areas of skin typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema) on a person with darker skin. This image displays multiple small, dark brown bumps typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema) in a person with darker skin. Atopic dermatitis (eczema) typically involves the folds of the elbows and knees (flexures) in children. This image displays atopic dermatitis (eczema) in the body folds of the back of the legs coupled with staph bacteria. In atopic dermatitis (eczema), the rash often is seen as scaly bumps over each hair follicle. Eczema in people with darker skin can cause lighter skin areas (hypopigmentation) as seen on the arms of this patient. Inflammation around the hair follicles, giving a dotted appearance, is typical to follicular eczema. This image displays atopic dermatitis involving the cheeks and neck. Children with atopic dermatitis (eczema) often have very dry skin and prominent skin folds just below the eyes. This image displays scratched skin lesions of a severe case of atopic dermatitis (eczema) in a young child. Atopic dermatitis (eczema) frequently affects the face in children. Look for red or pink scaling areas and dry-appearing skin. Atopic dermatitis (eczema) that has been present for an extended period of time begins to looks thickened and darker. Atopic dermatitis (eczema) frequently affects skin folds, such as the front of the ankles. This image displays atopic dermatitis (eczema) on the back of the legs with erosions from scratching. This image displays severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) on a child's eyelids. Red or pink, scaling lesions and dry-appearing skin are typical in atopic dermatitis (eczema). Atopic dermatitis (eczema) in darker-skinned children is often accentuated around hair follicles, giving a bumpy appearance.
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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): This image displays dry skin with prominent hair follicles and inflamed areas of skin typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema) on a person with darker skin. Divider line
This image displays dry skin with prominent hair follicles and inflamed areas of skin typical of atopic dermatitis (eczema) on a person with darker skin.
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Who's At Risk
Infants and children are most frequently affected by eczema, but this condition may continue into adulthood. In the US, 7–17% of children are affected, and a small number continue to have symptoms as adults.
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Last Modified: 23 Jul 2009
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