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Why Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Needs to Be More Inclusive — and How to Advocate for Your Care
If you’re a person of color, finding the right treatment for atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema, can be challenging. Even though the disease is more prevalent in Black Americans than white Ame
Atopic Dermatitis: What to Do if Topical Steroids Aren't Helping
When atopic dermatitis (also called eczema) is flaring, one of the first-line treatments is topical steroids to lower skin inflammation and itching.These steroids come in various strengths, with lower
Atopic Dermatitis Treatments: Drug and Nondrug Therapies
There is no cure for atopic dermatitis, but there are treatments that can ease symptoms like itch and inflammation and reduce flare-ups.Medications, moisturizers, and at-home skin-care routines are al
Is Your Atopic Dermatitis Well-Controlled? 3 Red Flags You Should Watch For
For anyone living with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, regular flare-ups and a high tolerance for discomfort are common. Most people develop this type of eczema before age 6, but not everyone deAD
Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Atopic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema, is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that can affect anyone. But research shows that it’s more prevalent in some communities of color, especially B
The ‘High-Functioning’ Flare: Why Settling for ‘Good Enough’ Atopic Dermatitis Care Is Costing You
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is mainly characterized by cycles of skin rashes, intense itching, dryness, and skin sensitivity. But this chronic and relapsing condition can come with hidden challenges as wel
Who Should Be on Your Eczema Care Team?
If you have a form of eczema, such as atopic or contact dermatitis, you may have been managing the condition on your own by avoiding triggers and using trial and error to find over-the-counter treatme
Breaking the ‘Flare-Fix’ Cycle: Why Your Current Atopic Dermatitis Routine Might Be Holding You Back
Managing atopic dermatitis (AD, also known as eczema) can be fraught with uncertainty about when the next flare-up will happen. You may go weeks or even months without any symptoms, only to have acuteAD
How to Speed Up Your Morning Atopic Dermatitis Routine
When you’re trying to get ready for work in the morning, the "soak and smear" routine for managing atopic dermatitis (AD) isn't just annoying, it can be a logistical nightmare. That’s especially true
Diagnosed With Atopic Dermatitis — What Should I Do Now?
Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, is a skin condition that causes either inflamed, itchy rashes or dry, scaly patches on your skin. Affected areas can appear pink, red, dark brown, grAD
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