Eczema

Eczema is a general term for all types of dermatitis. It is a common skin condition characterised by the inflammation, swelling or irritation of the skin. It often begins in infancy or early childhood, but can also start in young adults, or even later in life.

The condition appears in many forms, with the most common forms being atopic dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, discoid eczema, dyshidrotic eczema, eczema craquele and venous eczema. These forms of eczema are usually distinguished based on age of onset, clinical appearance, history and the sites involved.