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Atopic eczema on the thigh showing redness and a well-defined scaly edge with some crusting

Atopic dermatitis

Atopic eczema on the thigh showing redness and a well-defined scaly edge with some crusting  (AD-patient5)


Keywords: 88 years, Clinical image, Eczema, Lateral thigh, Scaly erythematous patch



What is atopic dermatitis?

Atopic dermatitis, also called atopic eczema, the most common inflammatory skin disease worldwide, presents as generalised skin dryness, itch, and rash.

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