I’ve dealt with mild to severe eczema for decades, and I’ve tried an array of products, diets, and remedies to help make it better. I’m sure most eczema
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I’ve had atopic dermatitis (AD), or eczema, for decades and, in that time, my feelings toward the condition have ranged from curiosity and hope to avoidance and despair. In my most negative moments ...
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A woman with atopic dermatitis talks about how choosing the right clothes and jewelry can help her prevent flare-ups.
A patient shares self-care tips learned over a lifetime with eczema.
An atopic dermatitis patient talks about her diagnosis process.
Chronic eczema affects my daily life. As a parent, this means my family may be affected by my condition.
Helen Piña has lived with chronic atopic dermatitis (eczema) and skin allergies for most of her life. She's committed to offering support, advice, and compassion to fellow eczema fighters through her Itchy Pineapple blog. Piña is married with two young children and is a marketing leader in the B2B tech industry. She lives in Houston, TX.
Vineet Khanna, MD, has had eczema for as long as he can remember. A musculoskeletal radiologist, Khanna has a keen interest in health care technology and medical research. In addition to clinical work, he serves as the chief medical officer of inference analytics and is researching novel ways to integrate pollution data science with clinical medicine. You can connect with him on LinkedIn.
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