Eczema Videos
Find a Dermatologist Who Listens
- Emergency Toolkit for Your Mental Health
Tell your doctor how your skin flares are making you feel. Do you have what you need to better manage your eczema?
- Adopt a Healing Mindset
Ashley Ann Lora focuses on activities that bring her joy, love, and peace, putting her eczema in the back seat.
- Meant to Share My Struggle
Ashley Ann Lora transforms a 30-year journey with eczema into patient advocacy, building an inclusive community for Latinos.
- "I Couldn't Fake the Funk"
Monica Veloz wants to be known for her culture and personality, not her skin insecurities. As a beauty influencer, she values authenticity.
- Going From Abuela's Care
Monica Veloz encourages her Latino community to see a doctor for eczema.
- Makeup Tips for Aggravated Skin
For an even complexion that's not too cakey, avoid creams and try healing products.
- Heal Your Skin
Education around an eczema-friendly diet, family support, and a care team you can relate to.
- From Hiding to Highlighting
“To be highlighted for something I was always ashamed of was transformative and healing,” model Stephanie Yanes says.
- Looking for a Flame, Not a Flare
You might feel self-conscious with a flare on a first date, but don't let it dampen the romance.
- Do You Know Your Triggers?
A rundown of possible triggers and how to avoid them. Your skin will thank you.
- 3 Lessons on Flares
Could these insights on sugar intake, bathing, and moisturizing help you too?
- Atopic Dermatitis on Skin of Color
Get the scoop on eczema and how it presents differently on darker skin.
- Clear Skin Is Attainable
You don't have to live with this common skin irritation. There are a number of medicines that can calm the itch.
- How Is This Itchy Rash Diagnosed?
Atopic dermatitis is generally more itchy than psoriasis. What other signs point to this chronic skin condition?
- From Shameful Scars to All-Around Acceptance
As a child, Peter Tapao's teacher thought he was being abused. That's how bad his atopic dermatitis was on his face, which hurt his self-confidence.
- Barriers to Eczema Treatment for Blacks and Latinos
Lack of insurance and high cost of medications are two factors that make treating eczema in minority populations difficult.
- Talking to Your Child’s Teacher About AD
Scratchy skin can impact a child's day in many ways. It's best to discuss triggers and treatments with their teacher and school nurse.
- Mindful Matters: Caregivers and Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
Spot the signs of caregiver stress and burnout. Then consider this expert's advice to not only care for your mental health, but to also take better care of your child.
- Meet Your Atopic Dermatitis Care Team
For moderate to severe cases, your primary care doctor will direct you to a dermatologist and maybe an allergist to determine food sensitivities.
- A Rough Patch
Jennifer Etienne was worried her severe atopic dermatitis would prevent her from landing roles. Did her rough skin stop her from shining on screen?
- A Lonely Disease
Because of his skin condition, Brandon Hipps avoided school, a social life, and even the sun. How did he break free of the isolation and take care of his eczema?
- Differences of Atopic Dermatitis on Skin of Color
What does the rash look like on darker skin? And why can diagnosis be delayed?
- Pool Days That Won't Aggravate Your Eczema
Before you take a dip, know that the sun's rays and a pool's chemicals can trigger a flare. Here's how to prep for your pool day.
- Eczema-Friendly Makeup
From products to application, you can look your best without aggravating your skin.
- A Day in the Life With Eczema
Is it a constant struggle not to scratch? Don't want to make your eczema flares worse? Here's how to manage your triggers and symptoms morning, noon, and night.
- From Flare to Flame: Dating With Eczema
Dating is nerve-racking enough without having to worry about your eczema flare.
- Get to the Bottom of That Rash
Is that rash serious? John Whyte, WebMD’s Chief Medical Officer, speaks with two dermatology experts about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of atopic dermatitis.
- A Serious Infection Sidelines a Teen
Jeremy Paredes recalls the support he received after his severe eczema landed him in the ICU.
- What Soothes My Skin and What Aggravates It
Routine is important to Jayden Pavey, because she knows exactly what helps her eczema, like drinking lots of water, and exactly what hurts it, like wearing wool.
- A Deep Dive Into Drew's Skin Condition
Dermatologist Cynthia Abbott has treated Andrew Thomasson his whole life. Learn more about his atopic dermatitis from their conversation.
- Developing a Thick Skin
As a child, Ashley Wall didn’t know how to explain her red, angry patches of skin. But now she’s an expert on atopic dermatitis and avoiding her triggers.
- Building an Online Atopic Dermatitis Community
Amy Pruitt was surprised when shopping for her children with eczema. No sections, no direction. So she took it upon herself to start an online support community.
- Not Giving Up
As a child, Donna Russelle wore mitts on her hands to keep from scratching patches of atopic dermatitis. Fast forward to when she joined a clinical trial, desperate to find a drug that would clear up her skin. Did a biologic help?
- When Creams Won’t Cut It
The constant itching had both Lydia Knox and her son Eli in tears. She had to get to the bottom of her baby’s painful skin condition.
- More Than Just Dry, Scaly Skin
For Helen Piña, it was easier for the allergist to tell her what wouldn’t aggravate her skin. Armed with a long list of allergens to avoid, she took back control.
- How Does Atopic Dermatitis Affect Your Body?
Is it more than skin deep? All that scratching can lead to more issues.
- Why You Shouldn’t Scratch Your Atopic Dermatitis
Don’t scratch that itch. Doctors call it the itch-scratch cycle, and it can make your condition worse. Find ways to resist the urge.
- The Basics: Eczema
Eczema leaves skin dry and inflamed. Get to know what causes this skin condition and treatments that can help.
- How to Ease Eczema Itch at Home
Treat irritated, itchy skin caused by eczema with these remedies.
- The Truth About Eczema
Is eczema contagious? Is it genetic? Here's the truth.
- Dermatitis Symptoms and Treatments
Whether it's mild or severe, this skin condition comes with a variety of symptoms.
- Bathing Your Baby With Eczema
Control and ease your baby’s eczema symptoms by using these bathing and moisturizing techniques.
- The Basics: Eczema
Find out what causes eczema, a rash that can make skin red, itchy, and inflamed.
- Makeup Tips to Help Eczema
You don't need products that will make your skin more irritated. Here are a few cosmetic picks and application tips to keep you covered.
- Caring for Your Child With Eczema
Our doctor answers questions about eczema and explains what parents can do to prevent flareups.
- Helping Your Child Live With Eczema
Use these tips to show your child with eczema how to prevent flare-ups and keep skin calm.
