According to MayoClinic.com, atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is an itchy inflammation condition that occurs on the skin. The condition can also be associated with some forms of hay fever or asthma. Eczema around the eyes commonly occurs...
The inflammatory skin condition eczema appears to result from an improper immune response that triggers allergies. It can appear on various parts of the body, including the face. Heredity and environment might also play a factor. No cure exists...
The term “pink eye” is often overused and misinterpreted. The term commonly describes an eye infection, primarily conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis literally means "inflammation of the conjunctiva," which is the white part of...
Most people have experienced bouts of dry skin. There are many reasons you may develop dry skin, including winter weather, hot baths or showers, or dehydration. If you are experiencing regular patches of dry skin on your face, including on the...
Eczema is a skin condition affecting over 30 million Americans, according to the National Eczema Association. Eczema is common in childhood and often fades into adulthood, though it does afflict some people their whole lives. It is not fully known...
Dark circles under the eyes can make a person look old, tired or ill. But those unsightly circles are usually the result of conditions other than age and fatigue. A June 12, 2008 article in the New York Times cites several causes for dark circles....
Differentiating between lactose intolerance and dairy allergies can be difficult, since they have some of the same symptoms. However, lactose intolerance and dairy allergies follow different courses, often appearing at different ages and can...
Pathologic dark circles around your eyes dark circles around your eyes may be a symptom caused by a disease or by conditions that are symptoms of a disease. Diseases that lead to dark circles may affect your hormone levels, body fluids and tissues...
The appearance of a rash on a child's face, while disquieting, is seldom cause for an urgent visit to the doctor. Most commonly, a rash on the face signifies some type of viral infection, according to AskDrSears.com. Even minor skin irritants such...
With its regular exposure to harsh temperatures, the sun, beauty products and rough fabrics, neck skin can easily become damaged or irritated. Skin changes can occur on the front, sides or back of your neck. Often related to an underlying medical...
Everything you eat as a nursing mom can affect your baby. If your baby develops an allergy to something you eat, he may have an allergic reaction, including skin rashes that cause reddened cheeks. Eggs are one of the eight most common food...
Facial dryness is a common and treatable problem. Many women begin noticing more facial dryness as they enter their 40s. In particular, women near, at or after the age of menopause may be bothered by dry facial skin because of a decrease in...
The incidence of food allergy symptoms increases once your baby expands his food intake to include more than just milk, although milk is one of the most common food allergens. By 9 months, most babies have started eating solid foods, including...
Psoriasis and eczema are similar in many ways. Both cause rashes on the skin, can be chronic and can be difficult to treat. But as reported by The National Psoriasis Foundation in its mental health brief on the disease, psoriasis carries a high...
Anything you apply directly to your skin or inhale in concentrated doses can trigger an allergic reaction or general irritation. Not all types of perfume cause problems. Some people have allergies to specific ingredients or smells. In some cases,...
