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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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Then they induced a skin condition similar to eczema on the backs of all the animals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

He first applied in 2020 but was rejected because of eczema and a nut allergy, and that same year had appeared to be mentally unwell and reported hearing voices, the court heard.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

He said the condition was sometimes mistaken for eczema, dermatitis or dry skin, and that "understanding the tell-tale signs is crucial".

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Sanofi SAN 1.73%increase; green up pointing triangle said its amlitelimab drug confirmed its potential to treat eczema in two late-phase studies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 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