Eczema

usgb/ɪɡˈziːmə,ˈeksɪmə/
noun

A skin condition that makes your skin red and itchy.

The doctor diagnosed her with eczema after seeing the itchy red patches on her skin.
Visual representation of "eczema" - A skin condition that makes your skin red and itchy.

Often appears as...

  • treat eczema
  • diagnose eczema

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Medical Condition

Eczema is a health-related term used in medical contexts, describing skin issues.

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She carries a lotion prescribed specially for her eczema.
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Not Contagious

Unlike other skin problems, eczema isn't contagious; you can't catch it from someone else.

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My classmate has eczema, but I know I can't get it from him.
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Chronic Condition

Eczema often refers to a long-term issue that may flare up intermittently.

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His eczema comes and goes, sometimes without any clear reason.
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