Eczema
Definition
Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes.
Symptoms
* Blisters with oozing and crusting
* Dry, leathery skin areas
* Ear discharge or bleeding
* Intense itching
* Rash
o In children younger than age 2, skin lesions begin on the cheeks, elbows, or knees
o In adults, the rash is more commonly seen on the inside of the knees and elbows
* Raw areas of the skin from scratching
* Skin coloring changes -- more or less coloring than the normal skin tone (See: Skin abnormally dark or light)
* Skin redness or inflammation around the blisters
