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Atopic Dermatitis

Follow along on our guide to Atopic Dermatitis, an exploration of the latest recommendations and research on diagnosis, treatment, and management of this common and usually chronic itchy inflammation of the skin. Atopic dermatitis -- a form of eczema -- typically develops in early childhood and is more common in people who have a family history of the condition, but can develop at any age. Each installment will delve into another aspect of atopic dermatitis, including signs and symptoms, causes and triggers, genetic factors, related conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, and lessons learned from unique case studies -- all of which have undergone expert review. Every installment will also include a separate, downloadable, printable information resource for patients.

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Atopic Dermatitis: Reasons for Optimism

–Hope from better understanding of pathogenesis, improved long-term control
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: Atopic Dermatitis 101

Atopic Dermatitis: The Latest on Diagnosis and Assessment

–Clinical diversity is vast, with disease presentation that may not fit "classic" criteria
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: How Will My Doctor Diagnose Atopic Dermatitis?

The Many Ways to Measure the Severity of Atopic Dermatitis

–Validated physician-reported tools are often complicated, but patient-based measures are easy and informative
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: Skin Care to Control the Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis in Children

Case Study: Why Is This Young Boy's Atopic Dermatitis So Resistant to Treatment?

–A clue came from his time at a horse stable
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Atopic Dermatitis Has Myriad Life-Altering Comorbidities

–New guideline aims to improve recognition, understanding of life-altering complications
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Patient Handout
For Patients: Identify Your Child’s Atopic Dermatitis Triggers

Topical Therapies for Adult Atopic Dermatitis

–Track record of efficacy, overall safety keep topicals a popular treatment option
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: Which Topical Treatments Work for Atopic Dermatitis?

Improving Treatment Adherence in Atopic Dermatitis

–How to empower patients to help them optimize their clinical response to therapy
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: Is 'Steroid Phobia’ Sabotaging Your Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Plan?

Case Study: Sudden Appearance of Painful Pustules in Patient With Eczema

–Concomitant flu-like symptoms pointed to a superimposed infection, medical team speculated
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Helping Atopic Dermatitis Patients Cope With the Condition

–Better disease control reduces itch, improving sleep disorders, depression, and anxiety
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Patient Handout
For Your Patients: How Atopic Dermatitis Can Affect Your Child's Behavior -- and What to Do