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eczema

[ek-suh-muh, eg-zuh-, ig-zee-] / ˈɛk sə mə, ˈɛg zə-, ɪgˈzi- /
NOUN
skin condition
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Raw dairy, his farm has claimed, could cure, treat or prevent myriad diseases and ailments, from diabetes and ear infections to allergies, eczema and arthritis.

From Salon Jun. 22, 2026

About 16 million adults and 10 million children in the U.S. have atopic dermatitis, which is a form of eczema, according to the National Eczema Association.

From MarketWatch Jun. 20, 2026

As a baby, Yann had severe eczema and at six months, blood tests showed he was allergic to milk, peanuts and eggs.

From BBC Jun. 13, 2026

Chronic itch affects millions of people living with conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and kidney disease, but treatment options remain limited.

From Science Daily May 10, 2026

Charles now had a long white beard, which he had started growing in 1863 because eczema made it uncomfortable for him to shave.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman

In my personal experience I have invariably seen the eczemas of children made worse by measles.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

The commonest form of inflammation of the skin is called eczema, and eight-tenths of all eczemas are due to some mild germ, and can be cured by the appropriate poison for it.

From A Handbook of Health by Hutchinson, Woods




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