Understanding Eczema and Psoriasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Eczema

Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by patches of itchy and inflamed skin. The cause of eczema is related to the leaking of the skin barrier. This causes the area to dry out, increasing the risk of irritation and inflammation.

Eczema is often seen in infants and young children, appearing on the baby’s face. But eczema can come in many types in children, teenagers, and adults.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes a rapid buildup of skin cells. Psoriasis is the result of an accelerated skin production process. Normally, skin cells grow deep within the skin and slowly rise to the surface. Finally, they fell. The typical life cycle of a skin cell is one month.

In people with psoriasis, this production process can occur in just a few days. Due to this, skin cells do not have time to shed. Typical psoriatic scales are whitish-silver and develop in thick red patches. Occasionally, the skin will crack and bleed.