What The Papers Say: Eczema: Stop scratching!

Of all the symptoms we could experience, itchiness is one of the most irritating and bothersome. While most of us can learn ways to manage pain, many may find it difficult to avoid scratching an itch.

For people with atopic eczema, a genetically-linked condition that leaves those who have it with a tendency to suffer from dry skin, scratching can be especially problematic as it can exacerbate symptoms and cause scarring.

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