If you have eczema, one thing is for sure: your skin is inflamed. It may get red, itchy, thick and sore. You may have other symptoms, depending on what type of eczema you have.

Below are common types of eczema:

• Atopic dermatitis (der-ma-ti-tis). Also, commonly known as just “eczema.” It causes dry, itchy, inflamed skin. Most people (90%) develop atopic dermatitis before age 5. Some people do outgrow it. This skin condition runs in families, but while it can be inherited, it’s not contagious. People with atopic eczema have a tendency to develop other allergic conditions, such as asthma and hay fever.
• Contact dermatitis. This type of eczema breaks out in areas that have come into contact with an allergen (an allergy-causing substance) or with an irritant, such as detergent, fragrances, or jewelry.
• Dyshidrotic (dis-hi-dro-sis) eczema. A burny, itchy eczema that occurs only on the palms of the hands, sides of the fingers, and soles of the feet. It causes a blistering rash. More females get it than males.
• Neurodermatitis (nu-ro-der-ma-ti-tis). With this itch, comes an intense desire to scratch! Nerve endings in the skin become irritated, triggering an itch-scratch cycle. Nerves can be irritated by an insect bite, emotional stress, dry weather, and clothing worn too tight or made of synthetic fabric or wool.
• Nummular (num-u-ler) dermatitis. The hallmark of this eczema is coin-shaped patches of irritated skin, that may be crusted, scaling and extremely itchy. It often shows up after a skin injury, such as a burn, scrape, or insect bite. The patches can last for weeks or months.
• Seborrheic (sa-bo-ra-ic) eczema. You’ve heard of dandruff or cradle cap? Well they describe this eczema. It usually begins on the scalp as waxy, oily patches, and sometimes spreads to the face and sometimes other parts.

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