Also known as atopic dermatitis, eczema is a chronic skin disease that causes dry, itchy skin from below the surface. Eczema affects the skin’s ability to heal and can lead to redness, discoloration, flaky or scaly patches of skin, or painful rashes.5
Eczema causes an urge to scratch that is nearly impossible to ignore. This contributes to a vicious cycle of itch, inflammation, and discomfort. It can also affect important parts of everyday life like school, relationships, and sleep. That’s why relieving the urge to scratch is such an important part of managing eczema.5,6
Learn more about eczema and the itch-scratch cycle.