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Eczema is a skin allergy condition that shows up as dry, itchy, inflamed patches — and while it has no permanent cure, the right care keeps it firmly under control.
At Derma Solutions, our aim is to manage symptoms effectively since eczema itself lacks a complete cure. Flare-ups often result from contact with irritants or allergens, and while various treatments exist, complete resolution remains elusive for most patients. Seeking professional dermatological advice early enhances how effectively eczema symptoms can be managed long-term.
Types of Eczema
Eczema isn't a single condition — it's a family of related skin disorders, each with its own pattern and triggers. Dr. Mamta Vijay identifies the exact type before recommending treatment.
Atopic Dermatitis
The most common form of eczema. It usually starts in childhood and often becomes milder — or goes away entirely — by adulthood. It's part of the "atopic triad" along with asthma and hay fever.
Contact Dermatitis
Red, thick, scaly skin caused by a reaction to something you touch. Allergic contact dermatitis reacts to irritants like latex or metal; irritant contact dermatitis is triggered by chemicals.
Dyshidrotic Eczema
Causes small, itchy blisters to form on the hands and feet. It's observed more frequently in women than in men.
Neurodermatitis
Similar to atopic dermatitis, this type causes thick, scaly patches of skin to develop, often from repeated scratching of one area.
Nummular Eczema
Produces distinct, coin-shaped round spots on the skin. It looks quite different from other eczema types and can be intensely itchy.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Scaly, oily patches that produce dandruff-like flakes — typically on the scalp, hairline, upper back, nose and groin, where oil glands are concentrated.
Family history of allergies, asthma or hay fever raises your risk of eczema — early diagnosis makes symptom management far more effective.
Who Does Eczema Affect?
Eczema can affect anyone, at any age — though symptoms most often first appear in childhood or early adulthood. Your risk is higher if you have a personal or family history of:
Symptoms of Eczema
Watch for these common signs — the earlier they're addressed, the easier flare-ups are to control:
How Is Eczema Diagnosed?
Derma Solutions diagnoses eczema after a thorough physical exam, examining the affected skin closely. While an eczema diagnosis most often happens in childhood since it's common among children, it can be diagnosed at any age when symptoms first appear.
As a leading dermatologist in Jaipur, Dr. Mamta Vijay first checks the symptoms carefully, then recommends the right tests based on presentation. These may include: