Glossary

Atopic dermatitis
Atrophy
Contact dermatitis
Dyshidrotic eczema
Eczema
Emollient
Erythema
Filaggrin
Follicular accentuation
Humectant
Hydration
Hyperpigmentation
Hypopigmentation
Lichenification
Melanin
Moisturizer
Neurodermatitis
Nummular eczema
Seborrheic dermatitis
Stasis dermatitis
Striae
Telangiectasia
Topical
Xerosis

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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.

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Allergy & Asthma Network (AAN) is the leading nonprofit patient outreach, education, advocacy and research organization for people with asthma, allergies and related conditions. Our patient-centered network unites individuals, families, caregivers, health professionals, industry partners and government decision makers to improve health and quality of life for people with asthma and allergies. We specialize in making medically accurate information understandable to all while promoting evidence-based standards of care. Learn more at AllergyAsthmaNetwork.org

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For more information, questions, or support, please visit acaai.org or allergyasthmanetwork.org.

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