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Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (Primary Care Physician)

Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.

Yukiko Ueda, MD

Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)

Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.

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  • Skin itching that worsens at night

  • Scratching the skin

  • Itch is mild

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  • Nighttime itch is worse

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is atopic dermatitis?

Allergic rashes. Risk factors include genetics, other allergic diseases, new skin products, and allergic foods. Childhood eczema cases can resolve by adulthood, but it can also occur in adults.

Symptoms of atopic dermatitis

  • Skin Itching

  • Skin is broken from scratching

  • Scaly skin that flakes off

  • Skin abnormality

  • Allergic symptoms are present all year round

  • Rash that affects my left and right side equally

  • Welts appear when skin is scratched or rubbed

  • Dark spots on skin

Questions your doctor may ask to check for atopic dermatitis

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose atopic dermatitis

  • Do you have itchy skin?

  • Did you scratch your skin?

  • Do you have scaly skin that flakes off?

  • Do you have any skin problems?

  • Do you have symptoms of atopic dermatitis (eczema) throughout the year?

Treatment for atopic dermatitis

Treat flares early. Apply regular moisturizers at least three times a day, especially after bathing. Steroid creams help control inflammation. Severe cases may require wet dressings, steroid tablets, or light therapy.

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References

  • David Boothe W, Tarbox JA, Tarbox MB. Atopic Dermatitis: Pathophysiology. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2017;1027:21-37. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-64804-0_3. PMID: 29063428.

    https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-319-64804-0_3

  • Avena-Woods C. Overview of atopic dermatitis. Am J Manag Care. 2017 Jun;23(8 Suppl):S115-S123. PMID: 28978208.

    https://www.ajmc.com/view/overview-of-atopic-dermatitis-article

  • Kim J, Kim BE, Leung DYM. Pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis: Clinical implications. Allergy Asthma Proc. 2019 Mar 1;40(2):84-92. doi: 10.2500/aap.2019.40.4202. PMID: 30819278; PMCID: PMC6399565.

    https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/ocean/aap/2019/00000040/00000002/art00003;jsessionid=33w1dgp0s22ko.x-ic-live-01

  • Strathie Page S, Weston S, Loh R. Atopic dermatitis in children. Aust Fam Physician. 2016 May;45(5):293-6. PMID: 27166464.

    https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2016/may/atopic-dermatitis-in-children/

  • Ständer S. Atopic Dermatitis. N Engl J Med. 2021 Mar 25;384(12):1136-1143. doi: 10.1056/NEJMra2023911. PMID: 33761208.

    https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMra2023911

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Reviewed By:

Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS

Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (Primary Care Physician)

Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.

Yukiko Ueda, MD

Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)

Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.

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