Baby with eczema

An infant wearing a diaper shows red, blotchy rash and irritation on the chest and abdomen, possibly indicating a skin condition such as eczema or an allergic reaction.

An eczema rash covering most of the skin on a baby girl’s torso. Eczema is skin inflammation characterized by an itchy rash and small blisters that weep and become crusted. The condition is sometimes triggered by an external factor, but often the cause is unknown. Atopic dermatitis – with a 75% chance of inheriting the condition if it runs in the family – is common in babies, usually appearing between the ages of two months and 18 months.

This website was developed by the
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI)
and the
Allergy & Asthma Network (AAN)
for professionals and people of color with eczema.

The ACAAI is a professional medical organization of more than 6,000 allergists-immunologists and allied health professionals, headquartered in Arlington Heights, Ill. The College fosters a culture of collaboration and congeniality in which its members work together and with others toward the common goals of patient care, education, advocacy, and research. ACAAI allergists are board-certified physicians trained to diagnose allergies and asthma, administer immunotherapy, and provide patients with the best treatment outcomes. For more information and to find relief, visit AllergyandAsthmaRelief.org.

Founded in 1985, Allergy & Asthma Network is the leading nonprofit outreach, education, advocacy and research organization for people and families living with allergies, asthma and related conditions. Our mission is simple yet profound: to end needless death and suffering from these diseases, empower people to take control of their health, and make healthcare more inclusive, equitable and accessible. We specialize in making medically accurate information understandable to all while promoting evidence-based care. We are committed to raising awareness, promoting understanding, sharing resources, fostering collaboration, and advocating for policies and research that enhance quality of life and improve health outcomes. Learn more at AllergyAsthmaNetwork.org.

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