Causes
- Epidermal barrier defects such as filaggrin gene variations
- accompanied by immune hyperresponsiveness to external triggers
Symptoms
- Intense itching that worsens at night
- dry red scaly patches on skin creases
- oozing
- crusting
Risk Factors
- Personal or family history of allergies or asthma
- harsh chemical detergents
- dry winter conditions
- emotional stress