Overview
The main symptom of eczema is itching, which can be severe and persistent, especially at night. Scratching the affected area of skin usually causes a rash. The rash is red and patchy and may be long-lasting (chronic) or come and go (recurring). The rash may:
- Ooze fluid or crust over. This can happen when the skin is rubbed or scratched or if a skin infection is present
- Be scaly and dry, red, and itchy
- Become tough and thick from constant scratching (lichenification)
How bad your symptoms are depends on how large an area of skin is affected, how much you scratch the rash, and whether the rash gets infected. Learn more here.
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