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Types of eczema , with their causes and symptoms


Types of eczema
 There are 7 different types of eczema, we are going to list each, with it symptoms and causes.  As well as how to stop and them from coming back.
 The first types of eczema is atopic dermatitis, this is the most common type of eczema, characterized with rashes formed at the creases of the knees and the elbows. Atopic dermatitis, turn skin around the area lighter or darker than the rest of the skin. Small bumps sometimes appear and may leak pus when you touch them.
Atopic dermatitis appears in babies on the scalp and cheek.
 Causes
 atopic dermatitis is caused by decreased in skin defense system other causes are dry skin, body immune system problem, etc.
 The second types of eczema is called contact dermatitis.
 Is when a simple torch causes irritation and itching on the skin, the irritation can be caused by substance like metals or other irritant like chemicals.
 The most common signs of contact dermatitis is, itching, reddening and  burning sensation as well as stinging of the skin. Bumps that ooze out pus when scratched may appear. The skin become scaly. This types of eczema is cause by irritation by any of the following:
detergents
bleach
jewelry
latex
nickel
paint
soaps and perfumes

 The next types of dermatitis is dyshiodrotic eczema, this type form fluid filled blister on the fingers, soles, toes etc. the blisters can itch and hurt, and can also  crack and scale.
Mostly caused by allergens and exposure to chemicals like nickels, cobalt, or chromium.
 The next type of eczema is hand eczema: this only affects the hands, common among people who use chemicals very often like hairdressers.
 The hands mostly get itchy, red and dry. They may form cracks and blisters.

 This is the type caused by exposure to chemicals, like in laundry, dry cleaning, hairdressing and healthcare.
 The next types is neurodermatitis. this cause thick, scaly patches to appear on your arm, leg, back of your neck, scalp, bottom of your feet or genitals. Very itchy when are asleep.
 They can bleed when scratched. Mostly caused by stress.
 The next types is  nummular eczema: this form a round coin-shaped on your skin. And itches a lots. Caused by allergic reaction to metals or chemicals. insects bites or dry skin can also triggers it.
Stasis dermatitis:  this happens when fluid leak out from  weakened blood vein into your skin, this result in swellings, the area may feel dry or itchy. You may develop open sores on your legs and feet.
 All the seven types of eczema, have different causes, but are all as a result of irritations of the skin.







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