Eczema: Symptoms Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question People with symptoms of eczema tend to have dry, itchy and easily irritated skin. This can continue for years and may result in damage to the skin. They may have times when their skin is clear and other times when they have rash. Eczema in a Baby or Infant In babies with eczema symptoms, the rash appears most often on the cheeks, scalp, and the extensor (outer) aspects of the knees and elbows. Infant typically spares the diaper area. Eczema in Children With eczema in children, the creases of the knees and elbows are commonly affected. Other symptom sites include the neck and skin creases at the wrist and ankle and the top of the thighs. Eczema in Adults In adults with eczema symptoms, the atopic dermatitis rash often appears in and around the creases of the arms and legs, although sometimes the hands and feet are the only affected areas. Patients in any phase can sometimes develop a thickening of skin, called lichenification. However, this shows up more frequently in older children and adults than infants. In any phase, skin infections by bacteria and viruses can occur. There are many things that worsen the itching and rash of eczema (atopic dermatits). These are different for each person. It's important to work closely with your healthcare provider to try to figure out what makes your itching, rash, and other symptoms worse. Eczema: Lifestyle Management Eczema: Tips Clinical Trials For more than 100 years, National Jewish Health has been committed to finding new treatments and cures for diseases. Search our clinical trials. Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) & Skin-Infection Risk × Safely Get the Care You Need We are ready to help you stay healthy with many same-day appointments available and are taking every precaution to ensure your safety. To make an appointment, call 303.398.1355 or schedule online today. COVID-19 Testing and Care Swab (PCR) and Antibody testing appointments can be booked online and are available with results in 24-48 hours. If you are experiencing symptoms, we have same-day appointments in our adult and pediatric COVID-19 treatment clinics in dedicated areas. We also offer care for those who have had COVID-19 in our Center for Post-COVID-19 Care and Recovery. Learn more about our specialized COVID-19 care. Vaccine Information The vaccine has arrived and we are working through Colorado’s state-guided phases of vaccination. Visit our COVID-19 Vaccines page for more information on timing and availability. Close
People with symptoms of eczema tend to have dry, itchy and easily irritated skin. This can continue for years and may result in damage to the skin. They may have times when their skin is clear and other times when they have rash. Eczema in a Baby or Infant In babies with eczema symptoms, the rash appears most often on the cheeks, scalp, and the extensor (outer) aspects of the knees and elbows. Infant typically spares the diaper area. Eczema in Children With eczema in children, the creases of the knees and elbows are commonly affected. Other symptom sites include the neck and skin creases at the wrist and ankle and the top of the thighs. Eczema in Adults In adults with eczema symptoms, the atopic dermatitis rash often appears in and around the creases of the arms and legs, although sometimes the hands and feet are the only affected areas. Patients in any phase can sometimes develop a thickening of skin, called lichenification. However, this shows up more frequently in older children and adults than infants. In any phase, skin infections by bacteria and viruses can occur. There are many things that worsen the itching and rash of eczema (atopic dermatits). These are different for each person. It's important to work closely with your healthcare provider to try to figure out what makes your itching, rash, and other symptoms worse. Eczema: Lifestyle Management Eczema: Tips