El eccema, o dermatitis atópica, es una afección de la piel que afecta aproximadamente al 10% de los niños; el 60% presenta síntomas durante el primer año y el 90% muestra signos antes de los 5 años. pequeñas protuberancias que se abren al rascarse, lo que puede causar una infección. El eccema suele ser hereditario y se puede controlar con tratamientos médicos y de estilo de vida.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Dermatology
A department providing skin care, including diagnosis and treatment for general skin-related conditions, dermatologic surgery, cosmetic dermatology, and more.
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Pulmonology
A department providing respiratory and lung medicine, including diagnosis and treatment for asthma, allergies, COPD, and other breathing conditions, with ongoing care to support l…
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Asthma and Allergic Diseases Program
A program within the Department of Pulmonology where an allergist provides diagnosis and treatment for asthma symptoms, allergic conditions such as eczema and hives, and related r…