| umls-concept:C0013595 | skos:definition | MSH: A pruritic papulovesicular dermatitis occurring as a reaction to many endogenous and exogenous agents (Dorland, 27th ed).,CSP: pruritic papulovesicular dermatitis occurring as a reaction to many endogenous and exogenous agents.,MEDLINEPLUS: <p>Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling. Eczema is also called <a href='http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/rashes.html'>dermatitis</a>. It is not dangerous, but most types cause red, swollen and itchy skin. Factors that can cause eczema include other diseases, irritating substances, allergies and your genetic makeup. Eczema is not contagious.</p><p>The most common type of eczema is atopic dermatitis. It is an allergic condition that makes your skin dry and itchy. It is most common in babies and children.</p> <p>Eczema is a chronic disease. You can prevent some types of eczema by avoiding irritants, stress, and the things you are allergic to.</p>,CHV: a type of skin inflammation,CHV: a type of skin inflammation,CHV: a type of skin inflammation, | lld:umls |
