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Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis

Written by - Dr. Trupti Shirole, BAMS, CGO

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB

Last Updated on Dec 19, 2019

Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis

Intense itching
Blisters (vesicle formation) with oozing and crusting
Skin redness or inflammation around the blisters

Rash- Skin lesions begin on the cheeks in infants and may progress to the scalp, arms, trunk, and legs. While in children and older adults the rash is more commonly located in the inner elbow or behind the knee.
Dry, leathery skin areas (lichenification)
Ear discharge/bleeding

Published on Feb 04, 2016
Last Updated on Dec 19, 2019

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