Areas commonly affected by eczema
When it comes to easing the itch of eczema (atopic dermatitis, or AD), it helps to familiarize yourself with the scope of this chronic and widespread skin disease. Eczema is known to affect people also suffering from other conditions, such as asthma and hay fever, or who have family members who do. Eczema symptoms include skin that usually looks red, dry, and scaly and feels extremely itchy. Although eczema can affect the skin on your entire body, it is usually found in specific areas such as the eyelids, neck, hands, and wrists, as well as the creases of the elbows and knees. In children, the most commonly affected areas are the cheeks, chin, back, stomach, and arms. Areas such as the hands, feet, and creases of the elbows and knees are also commonly affected by the itchy rash of eczema.