Tabi Leslie explains the reason of some skin conditions in babies, such as eczema and allergies.
Is Eczema A Lifelong Illness? Baby Eczema Symptoms Persist Into 20s, Increase Use Of Topical Meds
Many children who have the incessant need to scratch the itchy, dry, and red patches of skin may suffer the lifelong pain of eczema. The skin condition that commonly affects the insides of the elbows, backs of the knees, the face, and in some cases most of the body, begins as early as ages 6 months to 2 years old, and is expected to subside by adolescence. However, according to a study in JAMA Dermatology, childhood eczema, specifically atopic dermatitis (AD), flare-ups can persist well into a person’s twenties, increasing the likelihood of becoming a lifelong illness.
“In conclusion, symptoms associated with AD seem to persist well into the second decade of a child’s life and likely longer,” wrote the research team, led by Dr. David Margolis at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia, according to the press release.
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