Signs and Symptoms
The most common locations for eczema include the face, neck, in front of the elbows, behind the knees, and the arms and legs (extremities). Adults with eczema may notice the most irritation on the arms and legs, particularly in front of the elbows and behind the knees.
- Thickened, scaly, pink to red bumps and patches of skin are seen in these areas.
- Mild – few, scattered areas of involvement, which are easily treated with self-care measures
- Moderate – more extensive involvement, which are more difficult to control with self-care measures and may require prescription therapy
- Severe – diffuse involvement, which is difficult to treat even with prescription therapy
- Some adults may have primarily chronic hand involvement.
- Areas of involvement that become infected can develop thick crusts.
- Blacks with eczema frequently have extensive accentuation of the hair follicles and shininess without obvious thickened, raised areas.
Who's At Risk
