Eczema
Atopic dermatitis (called eczema) is a genetic condition that presents in early childhood with a chronic itchy, weeping, oozing dermatitis. It tends to localize to the arm creases opposite the elbow and on the leg opposite the knee. Most patients also have inhalant allergies such as asthma and hay fever. The condition improves with age. In most but not all of those affected, allergy to a specific substance does not seem to play a role in flares of the skin rash. Treatment involves the application of emollients to wet skin and occasionally the use of topical steroids.