Why is itch so hard to figure out what’s causing itch? A new study suggest a bacteria may be the culprit!

It started as cradle cap but soon moved from the baby’s scalp to the rest of the body. Learn how this family was able to overcome eczema.

A common theme in GPER’s free caregiver support program’s virtual groups is parents wanting to know the cause of their child’s eczema. They desire to find the trigger or food to avoid, and in the meantime, generally hope they can find an over-the-counter cream to heal eczema. But if that trigger never makes itself known, what then?

Busting the Most Common Eczema Myths

There is so much information on the internet, parents of a child with eczema may wonder how to sift fact from fiction. Other people in your child’s life may also be influenced by myths about eczema. Classmates may be afraid eczema is infectious. Your well-meaning friends and family may offer unsolicited advice based on their own misconceptions.

We’re addressing the five most common myths here so you have the facts in hand.

When parents research the cause of their child’s persistent itchy and inflamed skin, they discover two common possibilities are eczema and psoriasis. Although they may share some similar symptoms, they are distinct conditions with unique characteristics and treatment approaches. This blog explores the key differences between eczema and psoriasis in children.

Five to Read: Patient- and Caregiver-Centered Eczema Research Questions

At GPER, one of our mandates is to inform caregivers about the latest research on atopic dermatitis (AD). Sometimes there’s a gap between the research done by academia and questions families living with eczema want answered - that’s when we step in and design and conduct research from patients’ perspective. Read the blog for the five recent GPER-led studies doing just that.

Natural remedies for eczema: What does the science say?

Many caregivers of children with eczema are concerned about managing their child’s inflamed skin with medicines and prescription creams. Can natural remedies safely reduce eczema symptoms? In the last decade, some natural approaches have gained attention in both medical research and holistic healthcare circles. In this article, we explore some of these natural remedies for eczema, supported by academic research. At GPER we look at the science. read what academic research says about natural remedies.

Is It Eczema? Common Places Eczema Appears

Written By Global Parents for Eczema Research

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition that can affect people of all ages, especially children. It appears as red, itchy, and inflamed skin, and its appearance can vary from person to person. In this blog, we'll explore the common areas where eczema appears on a child's body, so parents and caregivers can spot it and provide relief for their little ones.

Every year we look for the best books we can find for children with eczema. This year our theme is back to school for elementary school age kids. Our criteria: highly rated, or award-winning books with engaging illustrations and great stories. Here are this year’s selections.

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. It is most common in children, but it can also affect adults. There is no cure for eczema, but there are treatments that can help to manage the symptoms and prevent flare-ups.

As a parent, eczema can introduce a whole other level of uncertainty into choosing to have a child (or another child). If you have eczema, will your baby have it? If your first child had eczema, will your second? And if eczema does run in your family, how can you identify and possibly prevent it early?

What triggers eczema? What is the cause?

The latest scientific breakthroughs related to eczema in children reported live at the American Academy of Dermatology meeting in New Orleans this March 2023.

What is the relationship between staph bacteria and eczema (atopic dermatitis)? Research has shown that S. aureus is more prevalent on the skin of people with eczema than in healthy individuals, with up to 90% of eczema patients testing positive for the bacteria.

What is eczema? What are the symptoms and how is it treated? Eczema is a skin disorder characterized by itchy, red, dry skin. It's extremely common; in the United States, it's estimated that over 31 million people deal with some form of eczema.

Although eczema is most commonly associated with the rashes and itchiness it causes, people who live with eczema often experience symptoms that are more than just skin-deep. In particular, eczema has been linked to negative mental health outcomes for the people who suffer from it.

Victoria Yap-Chung’s life was already busy. As an actress, model and producer, had a full plate. But when her daughter Imani was born in 2020, it became a whole lot more complicated due to her child’s eczema.

Our recent podcast on climate change examined the variety of ways extreme weather events affect children with eczema. Here are some actions you can take to ease the impact of our changing environment for your child.

I’m pursuing a dream on my bucket list and hiking the Colorado Trail this summer. And I’m raising money for children impacted by moderate to severe eczema and their families, too!

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