Definitions for eczema
ˈɛk sə mə, ˈɛg zə-, ɪgˈzi-eczema

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. eczemanoun

   generic term for inflammatory conditions of the skin; particularly with vesiculation in the acute stages

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. eczemanoun

   An acute or chronic inflammation of the skin, characterized by redness, itching, and the outbreak of oozing vesicular lesions which become encrusted and scaly. It is noncontagious.

2. Etymology: From ἔκζεμα, from ἐκ + ζέμα, from ζέω.

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1. Eczema

   Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin, typically characterized by itchiness, redness and a rash. In cases of short duration, there may be small blisters, while in long-term cases the skin may become thickened. The area of skin involved can vary from small to covering the entire body. Dermatitis is often called eczema, and the difference between those terms is not standardized. The exact cause of the condition is often unclear. Cases may involve a combination of allergy and poor venous return. The type of dermatitis is generally determined by the person's history and the location of the rash. For example, irritant dermatitis often occurs on the hands of those who frequently get them wet. Allergic contact dermatitis occurs upon exposure to an allergen, causing a hypersensitivity reaction in the skin.Prevention of atopic dermatitis is typically with essential fatty acids, and may be treated with moisturizers and steroid creams. The steroid creams should generally be of mid- to high strength and used for less than two weeks at a time, as side effects can occur. Antibiotics may be required if there are signs of skin infection. Contact dermatitis is typically treated by avoiding the allergen or irritant. Antihistamines may help with sleep and decrease nighttime scratching.Dermatitis was estimated to affect 245 million people globally in 2015, or 3.34% of the world population. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type and generally starts in childhood. In the United States, it affects about 10–30% of people. Contact dermatitis is twice as common in females as males. Allergic contact dermatitis affects about 7% of people at some point in their lives. Irritant contact dermatitis is common, especially among people with certain occupations; exact rates are unclear.

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1. eczema

   Eczema is a common skin condition characterized by itchy, inflamed, red and cracked patches of skin. It can occur anywhere on the body but is typically seen on hands, feet, face, behind the knees and inside the elbows. There are several types of eczema, including atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and dyshidrotic eczema. The exact cause is unknown, but it's believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It is usually long-term and can tend to flare up periodically. Treatment focuses on controlling symptoms by managing inflammation and relieving itching.

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1. Eczemanoun

   an inflammatory disease of the skin, characterized by the presence of redness and itching, an eruption of small vesicles, and the discharge of a watery exudation, which often dries up, leaving the skin covered with crusts; -- called also tetter, milk crust, and salt rheum

2. Etymology: [NL., fr. Gr. 'e`kzema; "ek out + zei^n to boil.]

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1. Eczema

   Eczema, often referred to as atopic dermatitis is a form of dermatitis, or inflammation of the epidermis. The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes that are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema, itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Areas of temporary skin discoloration may appear and are sometimes due to healed injuries. Scratching open a healing lesion may result in scarring and may enlarge the rash. The word eczema comes from Greek, meaning "to boil over". Dermatitis comes from the Greek word for skin – and both terms refer to the same skin condition. In some languages, dermatitis and eczema are synonymous, while in other languages dermatitis implies an acute condition and "eczema" a chronic one. The two conditions are often classified together.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eczema

   ek′ze-ma, n. a common skin disease, in which the affected portion of the skin is red, and is covered with numerous small papules, which speedily turn into vesicles.—adj. Eczem′atous. [Gr., from ekzein—ek, out, zeein, to boil.]

The Nuttall EncyclopediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eczema

   a common skin disease, which may be either chronic or acute; develops in a red rash of tiny vesicles, which usually burst and produce a characteristic scab; is not contagious, and leaves no scar.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eczema

   A pruritic papulovesicular dermatitis occurring as a reaction to many endogenous and exogenous agents (Dorland, 27th ed).

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of eczema in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of eczema in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of eczema in a Sentence

1. Eric Simpson:

   Atopic dermatitis is not' just eczema,' but is a serious chronic disease that can greatly impact a person's entire life.

2. Darrell Rigel:

   If you have eczema or psoriasis, you probably wouldn't want something that's too drying, so, you might not want the gel, you might want the cream or the lotion or something that's better.

3. Sheilagh Maguiness:

   Whether Stryke Club’s young sensitive skin, or acne, eczema or their first shave, boys have specific skin needs, we also have to help them overcome this stigma about being a boy and engaging in self care.

4. Tom Allison:

   We developed this brand with dermatologists as a therapeutic skincare line for them to recommend to patients with conditions like eczema, rosacea and acne.

5. Whitney High:

   Families that have one child with eczema often have another child with asthma or even a third child with seasonal rhinitis or hay fever.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=eczema
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Eczema
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eczema
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=eczema
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=eczema
8. ^ The Nuttall Encyclopedia
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/12342/pg12342-images.html#Eczema