eczema

noun

: an inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, itching, and oozing vesicular lesions which become scaly, crusted, or hardened
eczematous adjective

Examples of eczema in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Using products containing retinols and acids at a young age can lead to eczema and irritant contact dermatitis, according to Sunil Dhawan, a dermatologist with the Center for Dermatology, which has locations in Milpitas and Fremont. Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024 She’s reported on a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and warts. Lacey Muinos, Verywell Health, 3 May 2024 La Roche-Posay and Avène, two of the leading labels stocking the French pharmacy, are powered by the mineral-rich waters from the country’s thermal springs, which were discovered centuries ago to treat medical conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2024 Their hero product: their Eczema Relief Oatmeal Soap, who users say has helped with eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Feb. 2024 This moisturizer noticeably improved the texture of rough patches caused by eczema, although they weren't completely resolved. Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 3 Apr. 2024 Three buzzy beauty techniques that are safe to try with eczema 1. Kirsten Nunez, SELF, 29 Mar. 2024 In this story: Do psoriasis and eczema look the same? Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 27 Mar. 2024 In addition, patients with asthma and eczema may have their symptoms exacerbated with seasonal allergies. Katia Hetter, CNN, 27 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin, borrowed from Greek ékzema, from ekze-, stem of ekzéō, ekzeîn "to boil over, (of disease) break out" (from ek- ec- + zeîn "to boil, seethe") + -ma, resultative noun suffix — more at yeast entry 1

First Known Use

circa 1753, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eczema was circa 1753

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Cite this Entry

“Eczema.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eczema. Accessed 18 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

eczema

noun
ec·​ze·​ma ig-ˈzē-mə How to pronounce eczema (audio) ˈeg-zə-mə How to pronounce eczema (audio)
ˈek-sə-
: a skin disease marked by redness, itching, and scaly or crusty lesions

Medical Definition

eczema

noun
: an inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, itching, and oozing vesicular lesions which become scaly, crusted, or hardened
eczematous adjective

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