There is a hot debate on whether eczema is a genetic condition or not but nevertheless, the real cause is still unknown,perhaps in time a definitive answer will become available. The most common symptoms are red, dry and itchy areas of skin on anyone who suffers with it. Along with those indications, sufferers may also have a number of crusty blisters as well.

Although there are a number of different types, the most common is atopic eczema,however, all forms share one main symptom: that of severe itching. However, the itching sensation is much more pronounced, and if a person with atopic eczema scratches their skin, the condition is just exacerbated. People who suffer with this also have to stay clear of many everyday substances because using those makes the condition far worse,sufferers usually have reactions to washing detergents, soaps and even makeup.

In children, the condition is less noticeable because it is hidden below the surface of the skin which means it may be overlooked for some time. Although the primary factor with eczema is itching you might still be susceptible to normal rashes,if this ‘itchiness’ is not present in a person who suffers with the condition then it is unlikely to be a symptom of it. If the rash itches and reacts well to eczema treatment but the rash does not disappear then there is a good chance the rash is unrelated to the itchy feeling.

Another problem to be aware of before this disorder is diagnosed, is that other conditions have itching as a symptom of a medical condition. All eczema conditions have a rash but it is the associated itching sensation that is not understood yet. One of the more noticeable symptoms of is the red skin in the location of the rash which is caused by increased blood flow. Apart from making the eczema worse when the sufferer scratches, it might also damage the delicate skin surface,one such cause can be the result of bacterial infection. Sufferers also exhibit blisters quite frequently which are normally quite small although bigger blisters are sometimes visible,a bacterial infection or a condition of your particular skin type many be the cause of this. This is a situation that needs to be monitored as the blisters contain fluids,bursting these blisters is not advisable if you do not want further infection.