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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1], Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Edzel Lorraine Co, D.M.D., M.D.

Overview

Family history, dietary habits, lifestyle habits, and allergies should be elicited whenever considering eczema as the primary diagnosis. This is important because eczema can be based on the patient's history and evolution and distribution of the skin lesion.

History

If eczema is suspected, the following should be elicited:

Symptoms

References

  1. Maliyar K, Sibbald C, Pope E, Gary Sibbald R (2018). "Diagnosis and Management of Atopic Dermatitis: A Review". Adv Skin Wound Care. 31 (12): 538–550. doi:10.1097/01.ASW.0000547414.38888.8d. PMID 30475283.