Question 1

My fingertips crack and bleed (asteatotic eczema)

Accepted Answer

Eczema from lack of skin oil, worsened in winter or dry environments. Cracks like dry rice paddy and painful cracks are characteristic.

Question 2

Eczema appeared where I wear my ring (contact dermatitis)

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction caused by metals (nickel/chrome) or detergent residue trapped under the ring. Most cases improve when accessory wearing stops.

Question 3

My groin is itchy and red (jock itch?)

Accepted Answer

It could be groin eczema, but more likely 'tinea cruris' (fungal infection). Applying eczema cream (steroid) spreads the fungus, so diagnosis is essential.

Question 4

What exactly is eczema?

Accepted Answer

It is a general term for inflammatory skin conditions with itching, redness (erythema), blisters (vesicles), and oozing. Atopy, dyshidrotic eczema, contact dermatitis all fall under eczema.

Question 5

Why does dyshidrotic eczema occur?

Accepted Answer

Eczema with small blisters on palms and soles. Main causes are extreme stress, hyperhidrosis, metal allergy, and weakened immunity.

Question 6

My housewife eczema won't heal

Accepted Answer

It is a state where prolonged repeated exposure to water and detergents has destroyed the skin barrier. Wear cotton gloves inside rubber gloves, and always apply moisturizer after washing hands.

Question 7

What is nummular (coin-shaped) eczema?

Accepted Answer

Eczema occurring in coin-shaped circles, mainly on arms and legs. Severe oozing and intense itching are characteristic.