Published On: Sep 23, 2024
Last Updated On: Sep 24, 2024
You’ve got the basics down, but how much do you really know about eczema? Test your knowledge to see if you know these surprising facts about this complex condition:
Answer: B. Eczema Awareness Month is recognized in the U.S. every October.
Answer: A. Ringworm and nummular eczema are commonly mistaken for one another due to their similar appearances.
Answer: A. Erythema is the medical term for red skin due to increased blood supply, a common eczema symptom.
Answer: C. Suni Lee has eczema. Welcome to the club, Suni!
Answer: D. About 1 in every 10 people in the U.S. has eczema.
Answer: D. Metals including nickel, copper and gold (among others), which can be found in everyday items like jewelry or children’s toys, are all common triggers for eczema (particularly contact dermatitis).
Answer: B. Oil and water are two of the main ingredients in petroleum jelly that help make it a great moisturizer.
Answer: B. False, atopic dermatitis is the most common of the seven types of eczema.
Answer: B. The antecubital fossa is also known as the “elbow pit.”
Answer: C. Pruritus dermatitis is not one of the seven types of eczema, but *bonus fact* “pruritus” is the medical term for itch.
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