How to Tell the Difference Between Nummular Eczema and Ringworm
It’s often difficult to distinguish between nummular eczema and ringworm, so it’s always best to be evaluated by a dermatologist, say experts.
Published On: Oct 13, 2020
Last Updated On: Oct 30, 2020
Have you ever wondered why your eczema is worse during particular seasons of the year or in different environments? Or why it is that your child seems to flare after eating certain foods?
Tracking information about foods you eat, your environment and factors like stress and sleep can help you better understand what might trigger a flare. But who has the time and patience for that?
Enter EczemaWise.
EczemaWise is a new, free app (available on iOS and Android) from NEA that helps you make sense of your eczema.
Based on science and designed with input from the eczema community and physicians, EczemaWise is an essential tool that helps you track your symptoms (like itch and pain) and triggers (like stress, diet and environment) to reveal trends and insights so you and your doctor can find solutions.
EczemaWise features custom tools to help you and your doctor determine the right care for you.
• Save your information in one place — symptoms, triggers, treatments and medical appointments.
• Identify what’s most important to you when choosing a therapy.
• Easily print your health data to share at your next appointment.
More than 31 million people in the United States live with eczema, but your experience is unique.
Understanding what causes your eczema to flare up (and what seems to relieve it) can help you and your doctor identify the care that’s best for you.
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