{"id":216,"date":"2025-05-02T18:33:34","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T18:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/?page_id=216"},"modified":"2025-09-25T16:47:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T16:47:17","slug":"recursos-para-medicos","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/es\/hcp-doctor-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"HCP &amp; Doctor Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id216_64209c-ef > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id216_64209c-ef > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id216_64209c-ef > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id216_64209c-ef{background-image:radial-gradient(ellipse at center center,rgb(254,243,211) 9%,var(--global-palette8) 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_669751-cd{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_669751-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_669751-cd, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_669751-cd:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_669751-cd max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7\"]{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7\"]{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);font-size:30px;line-height:1;}}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading216_1a9df8-e7\">Eczema Resources for Doctors &amp; HCPs<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_510ae2-03{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_510ae2-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_510ae2-03 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_ed7fff-17, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_ed7fff-17:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_ed7fff-17 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) can look different in people with skin of color. This can lead to misdiagnosis, under-diagnosis and\/or delayed treatment. Healthcare professionals who understand the unique symptoms and cultural factors for eczema in darker skin can greatly improve patient outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image216_9a1ac5-fc .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image216_9a1ac5-fc size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"A person examines a man's scalp and hairline with a magnifying glass, focusing on his forehead and hair close up.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/doctor-checking-for-atopic-dermatitis.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In darker skin tones, eczema patches may look darker, purple, or gray instead of the usual red. Patients may also be more likely to get dark spots or scars after the eczema heals, which can affect their mental health. Knowing these differences is important in providing the right care. It is also key in teaching patients how to manage their condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are resources and information to help doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals further their understanding of eczema in skin of color. In addition, there are handouts that can be shared with patients in the clinic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:40px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#e2f1e2;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_d9d0c4-7c max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_54074b-b0{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_54074b-b0{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_54074b-b0{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_54074b-b0{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_54074b-b0, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_54074b-b0:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_54074b-b0 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clinical Care for Eczema Patients of Color<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For effective treatment of atopic dermatitis in skin of color, it&#8217;s important to understand how it can look different. It&#8217;s also important to apply treatments and management strategies that fit each person&#8217;s needs. For visual examples of this skin condition, please visit our <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/image-library\/\"><strong><u>Image Library<\/u><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Diagnosing and Treating Eczema in Skin of Color\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-fjKDVRqXss?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Drs. Fonacier and Zachary<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:40px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_86afb6-c8 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_7d1595-58{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_7d1595-58{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_7d1595-58{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_7d1595-58{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_7d1595-58, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_7d1595-58:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_7d1595-58 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Providers should consider the following when treating patients with darker skin tones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use creams and ointments that work well for the person\u2019s skin type and help prevent dark spots from forming after the eczema heals. In some cases, non-steroid creams, like calcineurin inhibitors, are a better choice for areas where the skin is thin or could scar easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Biologics are highly effective for severe cases. However, these can be expensive and not always easy to get, especially for people on a low income. Doctors should work to make sure everyone has a fair chance to access these treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image216_3b8d52-09 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image216_3b8d52-09 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"A healthcare professional in blue scrubs and a stethoscope talks with a seated male patient, gesturing and smiling as she takes notes during their consultation in a bright office.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Man-patient-Female-Doctor.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Patient management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check in with patients regularly to see how the treatment is working and adjust as needed. Engage in culturally respectful, patient-centered communication. Consider language or other unique barriers that might make it harder for patients to get care. Treatment should focus on calming the eczema and also helping with things like dark spots or scars left behind.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_1d7145-af{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_1d7145-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_1d7145-af max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_b82c32-12{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_b82c32-12{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_b82c32-12{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_b82c32-12{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_b82c32-12, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_b82c32-12:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_b82c32-12 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image216_7385e2-73 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image216_7385e2-73 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"A nurse sits with an elderly couple on a couch, smiling and holding a clipboard while talking. The man and woman listen attentively, and the atmosphere appears friendly and supportive.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/eczemainskinofcolor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Doctor-discussting-mastocytosis.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do social and economic factors affect eczema in skin of color?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When treating eczema in skin of color, recognize the broader social and economic&nbsp;context. Factors such as income, insurance coverage, cultural stigma, and health literacy can influence patients. These can impact access to care, treatment follow-through, and the ability to maintain optimal skin health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider these factors when evaluating patients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Access &amp; Insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limited coverage.<\/strong> Limited or no insurance coverage, high co-pays, and restricted provider networks can deter patients from seeking timely care or refilling prescriptions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Telehealth as a solution.<\/strong> Online doctor visits (via telehealth) can help people who live far away from clinics or have travel challenges. It also helps them see specialists faster and stay on track with their care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location &amp; Environment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Where people live. <\/strong>It\u2019s harder for people in rural areas to find eczema specialists compared to people living in cities. This can affect the ability to attend appointments. It also impacts overall quality of care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transportation barriers. <\/strong>Limited access to reliable transportation, such as not owning a car, lacking public transit, or needing to travel long distances, can make it difficult to attend appointments, pick up prescriptions, or receive specialty care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Environmental triggers. <\/strong>Housing conditions or neighborhood environments may expose people to allergens. Living in places with a lot of pollution, dust, mold, or cockroaches can make eczema worse. Exposure to certain fabrics can cause contact dermatitis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food deserts.<\/strong> Some people don\u2019t have grocery stores nearby or can\u2019t afford special foods. This can be a problem if certain foods trigger their eczema.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Socioeconomic &amp; Financial Barriers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Affording care<\/strong>. Some people with eczema cannot afford to see a specialist or buy products for their skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workplace exposures<\/strong>.&nbsp;Many service and manual labor jobs like cleaning services, construction, food service or hair salons may involve daily triggers. These can include harsh chemicals, dust or frequent handwashing, which can worsen eczema symptoms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost of treatments.<\/strong> For uninsured or underinsured people, even basic creams and ointments can be too expensive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Culture, Diversity &amp; Language<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Representation in healthcare. <\/strong>Patients feel more comfortable and understood when their doctors reflect their background or culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Understanding skin differences. <\/strong>Eczema can present differently in darker skin tones. But not all providers are trained to recognize these nuances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Language barriers. <\/strong>Without a shared language, an eczema care plan can be misunderstood. This can result in a one-size-fits-all treatment that does not address individual needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stigma and mistrust.<\/strong> Historical and ongoing disparities in care have led to mistrust in some communities. This can discourage timely care or participation in research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Psychosocial Well-Being &amp; Mental Health<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Impact of stigma. <\/strong>Social isolation might make some people with eczema feel embarrassed or left out. This can cause depression, anxiety, and stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Emotional burden. <\/strong>Chronic eczema can take a significant emotional toll on patients. This is especially true if patients have limited access to mental health care and counseling services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mental Health Support. <\/strong>Adding counseling or support groups to eczema care can help a patient&#8217;s overall well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health Literacy &amp; Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understanding care plans.<\/strong> Complex medical terms or unclear instructions can confuse some patients about how to care for their skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health-literate resources for patients. <\/strong>Providing materials to patients at easy-to-understand literacy levels can make treatment easier to follow. It&#8217;s also important to offer resources in multiple languages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Provider knowledge of eczema in skin of color.<\/strong> Access to image libraries, along with an understanding of how eczema can present on various skin tones, is crucial for speeding up diagnosis and treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can doctors and nurses make a difference?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Help patients get affordable care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer low-cost treatment options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create or distribute educational materials that are clear, simple, and culturally respectful.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By addressing these challenges, we can improve eczema treatment success rates.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:40px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#e2f1e2;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_6ac82c-97 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_9aaae3-ec max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful Resources for Patients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients and caregivers may need eczema information to review at home. The resources that doctors provide should be clear, evidence-based and patient-friendly. They should help people better understand what their doctor has told them and involve actionable steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Share this website \u2013 <strong><em>EczemaInSkinofColor.org<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 with your patients. Other helpful websites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/what-is-eczema\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Allergy &amp; Asthma Network<\/strong><\/a> provides medically reviewed, practical articles, videos, webinars and podcasts on eczema. It\u2019s like an \u201cEczema 101\u201d guide for patients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/allergies\/allergic-conditions\/skin-allergy\/eczema\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>American College of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology (ACAAI)<\/strong><\/a> provides an overview of eczema, from diagnosis to treatment. Also available in <a href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/espanol\/eccema-dermatitis-atopica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Spanish<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaleczema.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>National Eczema Association<\/strong><\/a> is another helpful resource for patients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/health-equity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Health Equity in Allergies, Asthma and Immunology<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;webpage outlines health equity by addressing the socioeconomic and systemic factors that drive disparities across diverse populations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/asthma-eczema-research-health-literacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>How Social Determinants of Health Impact Asthma and Eczema Care<\/strong><\/a> is a summary of the key findings of the <em>Impact of Social Determinants on the Burden of Asthma and Eczema <\/em>study from Spring 2020.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/resource\/controlling-your-eczema-atopic-dermatitis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Controlling Your Atopic Dermatitis Tool for Patients<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>&#8211;<strong> <\/strong>A questionnaire from ACAAI for patients to help initiate shared decision-making for treatment options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/webinars-updates\/atopic-dermatitis-in-skin-of-color\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Webinar: Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/what-is-eczema\/eczema-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Eczema Videos and Podcast Series for Patients<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=BJ2vM80enso&amp;t=52s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Video about how insurance rejections affect patients<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:40px;padding-bottom:40px;}.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_af042e-58{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column216_af042e-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_af042e-58 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6{max-width:800px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal:not(.kb-section-md-dir-vertical)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-bottom:20px;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6{position:relative;}@media all and (min-width: 1025px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6{-webkit-flex:0 1 800px;flex:0 1 800px;max-width:unset;margin-left:unset;margin-right:unset;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-sm-dir-vertical:not(.kb-section-sm-dir-horizontal):not(.kb-section-sm-dir-specificity)>.kt-inside-inner-col>.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6{max-width:800px;-webkit-flex:1;flex:1;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6:not(.specificity){margin-right:20px;margin-left:20px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column216_ed0c83-d6 max-width-container\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">Publications Addressing Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below you&#8217;ll find a collection of research articles, studies and other publications. These focus on eczema in skin of color. This collection of works aims to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide clinical insights for recognizing, managing, and preventing eczema flare-ups in diverse communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight evidence-based strategies for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore disparities in access to care and treatment outcomes in skin disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:12px;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > 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.kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h1, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h2, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h3, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h4, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h5, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner h6{color:#000000;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner a{color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner a:hover{color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger{background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:#0079a2;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle ) .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle ) .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before, body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle ) .kt-blocks-accordion--visible .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger, body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger{background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{color:#ffffff;background:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle )  > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclosecircle ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle )  > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:#ffffff;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger{background:#ffffff;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:12px;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-right:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-bottom:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-left:0px solid #f2f2f2;font-size:15px;line-height:1.4;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id216_d32d9f-74 kt-accordion-has-10-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane216_ba6220-e9\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Editorial] 2019: The effect of being African American on atopic dermatitis<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>The effect of being African American on atopic dermatitis<br><strong>Author(s):<\/strong> Donald Y.M. Leung, MD, PhD.<br><strong>Source:<\/strong> Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol., Vol. 122, Issue 1, p1.<br><strong>DOI:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.anai.2018.09.454\"><strong><u>10.1016\/j.anai.2018.09.454<\/u><\/strong><\/a><br><strong>Full Text:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.annallergy.org\/article\/S1081-1206(18)31200-6\/fulltext\"><strong><u>ANN Allergy (Full text)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>African Americans with AD have been understudied despite the fact that they may have more severe AD. Therefore, there is an unmet need to identify the immune activation pathways in African American patients with AD. A new study published in the current issue of <em>The Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology<\/em> by Guttman-Yassky and her colleagues have evaluated potential differences in the molecular profile of skin from African Americans with AD compared to the skin of European Americans with AD with the goal of determining whether there are differences that might improve treatment options for African Americans. Their results indicate that the Type 2 and Th22 immune responses in African Americans with AD are similar to European Americans but African Americans have lower levels of interferon gamma and IL17 expression than European Americans. This immune imbalance may increase the atopic propensity of African Americans with AD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key driving forces shaping AD phenotypes are linked to a combination of skin epithelial dysfunction and polarized immune pathways that may drive the different endotypes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding to the complexity, race is emerging as another factor to consider, e.g., Asians with AD have an increased IL17 related immune response layered on top of the Type 2 immune response seen in all forms of AD. This may account for the increased psoriasiform appearance to eczema in Asian patients.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-10 kt-pane216_64e2f5-68\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[News Release, 2020] Black and Hispanic children in the U.S. have more severe eczema than white children<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Black and Hispanic children in the U.S. have more severe eczema&nbsp;than white children.<br><strong>Author:<\/strong> Jonathan Silverberg, MD.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>ACAAI Press release, November 13, 2020.<br><strong>Link: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/news\/black-and-hispanic-children-in-the-u-s-have-more-severe-eczema-than-white-children\/\"><strong><u>ACAAI Press Release<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane216_33eafa-78\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study, 2020] Racial Disparities in Allergic Outcomes Persist to Age 10 in Black and White Children<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title:<\/strong> Racial Disparities in Allergic Outcomes Persist to Age 10 in Black and White Children<br><strong>Author(s): <\/strong>Alexandra Sitarik, Suzanne Havstad, Haejin Kim, Edward M. Zoratti, Dennis Ownsby, Christine Cole Johnson, Gensa Wegienka.<br><strong>Source:<\/strong> Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol., Vol 124, Issue 4, pp 342-349.<br>DOI: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.anai.2020.01.001\"><strong><u>10.1016\/j.anai.2020.01.001<\/u><\/strong><\/a><br><strong>Full Text:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.annallergy.org\/article\/S1081-1206(20)30006-5\/fulltext\"><strong><u>Annals of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology (Full text)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane216_663ae2-34\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study, 2018] Racial differences in atopic dermatitis<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title:<\/strong> Racial differences in atopic dermatitis.<br>Author(s): Patrick M Brunner, MD, MSc; Emma Guttman-Yassky, MD, PhD.<br><strong>Source<\/strong>: Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol., Vol. 122, Issue 5, pp 449-455.<br><strong>DOI: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.anai.2018.11.015\"><strong><u>10.1016\/j.anai.2018.11.015<\/u><\/strong><\/a> (Epub 2018 Nov 20)<br><strong>Full Text: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.annallergy.org\/article\/S1081-1206(18)31420-0\/fulltext\"><strong><u>Annals of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology (Full text)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane216_dc5a50-ec\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study] 2021: Proposed solutions by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology and advocacy experts to address racial disparities in atopic dermatitis and food allergy<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Proposed solutions by the American College of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology and advocacy experts to address racial disparities in atopic dermatitis and food allergy<br><strong>Author(s):<\/strong> Mark Corbett, MD; Abby Allen, NP; Nichole Bobo, MSN, RN; Michael B. Foggs, MD; Luz S. Fonacier, MD; Ruchi Gupta, MD; Rachel Kowalsky, MD; Erin Martinez; Wendy Smith Begolka, MBS; Cherie Zachary, MD; Michael S. Blaiss, MD.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol., Vol 130, Issue 3, pp 392-396.E2.<br><strong>DOI:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.anai.2022.12.017\"><strong><u>10.1016\/j.anai.2022.12.017<\/u><\/strong><\/a> (Epub 2023)<br><strong>Full Text: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.annallergy.org\/article\/S1081-1206(22)02001-4\/fulltext#articleInformation\"><strong><u>Annals of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology (Full text)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ACAAI research identified existing challenges and suggested potential solutions to address racial disparities in the diagnosis and management of AD and food allergies in individuals with skin of color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prevalence and severity of atopic dermatitis (AD) and food allergies are higher among individuals with skin of color compared to White individuals. ACAAI conducted a study to investigate the impact of racial disparities on patients with skin of color affected by AD and food allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A significant portion of survey respondents (68%) acknowledged that racial disparities hindered adequate treatment for AD and food allergies among individuals with skin of color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Challenges highlighted were related to limited access to care, financial burdens, insufficient policies and infrastructure for safe foods and patient education, and a lack of inclusive research involving skin of color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proposed solutions included increasing participation in clinical trials and medical education, enhancing provider knowledge, improving access to safe foods, developing culturally relevant patient materials, and extending appointment times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane216_fdd3bd-94\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study] 2021: Association of Atopic Dermatitis and Mental Health Outcomes Across Childhood: A Longitudinal Cohort Study<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Association of Atopic Dermatitis and Mental Health Outcomes Across Childhood: A Longitudinal Cohort Study<br><strong>Author(s):<\/strong> Chloe Kern, BA; Joy Wan, MD, MSCE; Kaja Z. LeWinn, ScD; Faustine D. Ramirez, MD; Yong Lee, MD; Charles E. McCulloch, PhD; Sin\u00e9ad M. Langan, MSc, PhD; Katrina Abuabara, MD, MA, MSCE.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>JAMA Dermatol., September 1, 2021.<br><strong>Full Text: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34468686\/\"><strong><u>NIH, PubMed<\/u><\/strong><\/a><br><strong>DOI:<\/strong> 10.1001\/jamadermatol.2021.2657<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These results are important to understand because childhood depression and internalizing behavior have been linked to adult depression, anxiety, other psychiatric disorders, and poor general health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe atopic dermatitis was associated with childhood depression symptoms. There were correlations with internalizing symptoms for children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mild or moderate atopic dermatitis did not have associations with childhood depression. Although, there was a 29% to 84% increased risk of internalizing behaviors beginning at age 4.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane216_4d6162-96\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Article, 2017] Racial and ethnic disparities abound in eczema care<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Racial and ethnic disparities abound in eczema care<br><strong>Author:<\/strong> Rachael Zimlich, RN, BSN.<br><strong>Source:<\/strong> Contemporary Pediatrics, November 14, 2017.<br><strong>Link: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.contemporarypediatrics.com\/view\/racial-and-ethnic-disparities-abound-eczema-care\"><strong><u>Contemporary Pediatrics<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black children are more likely to suffer from severe cases of eczema, but are less likely to see a doctor for treatment than white children, according to a new report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eczema affects around 11% of children overall, but only about half of minority children with severe eczema are treated for the condition. A new study looks at why these children are overlooked.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane216_dd8eae-04\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Commentary] 2017: Dermatological evaluation in patients with skin of color: the effect of erythema on outcome measures in atopic dermatitis<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Dermatological evaluation in patients with skin of colour: the effect of erythema on outcome measures in atopic dermatitis<br><strong>Author(s):<\/strong> P.B. Chansky; L. Mittal; V.P. Werth.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>British Journal of Dermatology, April 2017. Vol. 176, Issue 4, pp. 853-854.<br><strong>DOI: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/bjd.15433\"><strong><u>10.1111\/bjd.15433<\/u><\/strong><\/a><br><strong>Link: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28418145\/\"><strong><u>PubMed<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane216_233647-49\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study] 2020: Structural racism and its influence on the severity of atopic dermatitis in African American children<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title: <\/strong>Structural racism and its influence on the severity of atopic dermatitis in African American children<br><strong>Author(s): <\/strong>Kelly Jo Tackett, Frances Jenkins, Dean S Morrell, Diana B McShane, Craig N Burkhart.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>Pediatr Dermatol., 2020 Jan; 37(1):142-146.<br><strong>DOI:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/pde.14058\"><strong><u>10.1111\/pde.14058<\/u><\/strong><\/a> (Epub 2019 Dec 18)<br><strong>Links:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31854003\/\"><strong><u>PubMed<\/u><\/strong><\/a> | <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/pde.14058\"><strong><u>Wiley<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane216_5c79c1-d3\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>[Study, 2019] Atopic dermatitis in adolescents with skin of color<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Title:<\/strong> Atopic dermatitis in adolescents with skin of color<br><strong>Author(s):<\/strong> Poladian K, De Souza B, McMichael AJ.<br><strong>Source: <\/strong>Cutis. 2019 Sep;104(3):164-168. 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