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Symptoms of eczema
No matter which part of the skin is affected, a main eczema symptom is almost always itchy. Sometimes the itching will start before the rash appears. When it does, the rash most commonly occurs on the face, knees, hands, or feet, but may also affect other areas. The rash may be red, rough or irritated, scaly, and oozing. The rash typically begins in early infancy and almost always by age 5 years. Although the rash does usually come under control and go away with proper treatment, it will likely come back at times.
Affected areas usually appear very dry, thickened, or scaly. In fair-skinned people, these areas may initially appear reddish and then turn brown. Among darker-skinned people, eczema can affect pigmentation, making the affected area lighter or darker.
In infants, the itchy rash can produce an oozing, crusting condition that occurs mainly on the face and scalp, but patches may appear anywhere.
Other eczema symptoms Everyone experiences eczema symptoms differently. Should you notice any of the following skin conditions, see your doctor for proper diagnosis.
- Moderate to severe itchiness in one or more areas
- Dry, patchy or scaly red areas that look like a rash
- Rough, thickened skin
- Sores that form by scratching and may ooze watery fluids
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