1. Eczema Jack Landry 5th hour

2. First lets talk about what eczema is
Eczema is scientifically known as atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a skin disease that can affect any part of your body by appearing as a dry itchy patch on the skin
It can get very irritated if not attended to and can get infected and bleeding

3. Number of Americans affected
Eczema affects about 35 million Americans 1-3% are adults and 10-20% are children
70% of eczema cases involve children under 5 years old
60% of infants grow up to have symptoms in adulthood

4. History
In some countries the number of reported cases of eczema rose greatly between 1950 and 2000 so much so that people called it the “allergic epidemic.”
Now the “allergic epidemic” has leveled off even in those countries that had high numbers of cases.
Keep in mind, even though it was called an “allergic epidemic”, eczema is not contagious.

5. Age/Gender/Most Affected
Eczema will usually affect toddlers and early teenagers but can also affect young adults.
Eczema is a unisexual disease it can affect any one

6. Symptoms
You get dry skin and a red itchy rash that hurts the more you scratch it
It can cause swelling in the area that it’s in like the eyes

7. Most affected areas
Eczema affects the skin which is part of the excretory system

9. Cures or Treatment Try not to scratch or rub the infected areas
Know your triggers
Implement a regular bathing and moisturizing routine
Use OTC and/or prescription medication consistently and as prescribed
Watch for signs of infection — pus-filled bumps, pain, redness, heat — on the skin

10. Prevention of eczema
While there is no cure for eczema there are treatments that can reduce symptoms and prevent flare-ups.
You can look after your eczema by protecting your skin with moisturizers, avoiding irritants to the skin and triggers of your eczema, and by treating flare-ups promptly with medicated ointments or creams.
Eczema often improves on its own with age - many children with eczema grow out of it.

11. Affects daily life
Eczema affects your life by leaving rashes and bumps on your skin that can be irritating and painful. It can also leave the affected skin with scars.

12. MLA cited pages
Thomsen, Sinom Francis. “Atopic Dermatitis: Natural History, Diagnosis, and Treatment.” Advances in Decision Sciences, Hindawi, 2 Apr. 2014,
Nimbus, Wallo w. “Eczema Statistics.” MG217, American Academy of Dermatology, 2 Feb. 2007,
Council, National Health. “Eczema Symptoms & Causes.” National Eczema Association, International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organization , 2002, nationaleczema.org/eczema/.
“Skin Conditions and Eczema.” WebMD, WebMD, 2005,
“Eczema Causes.” WebMD, WebMD, 2005,
“Eczema: Prevention and Treatment.” MyDr.com.au - Trusted Australian Health and Medicines Information, Health Direct, 2001,
Mozes, Alan. “Eczema Can Dramatically Hurt Quality of Life.” WebMD, WebMD, 16 July 2018,
“Understanding Eczema.” Neosporin, Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., 6 July 2015,
Remedies, Eczema Home. “Image Result for What Causes Eczema #EczemaCauses | Eczema Causes | Pinterest | Eczema Treatment, Skin Care and Eczema Causes.” Pinterest, Pinterest,