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eczema

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/ɛˈksemɐ/ec·ze·ma

Definition

1

An inflammatory skin condition characterized by redness, itching, dryness, and sometimes blistering or crusting.

Usage examples

“The baby developed eczema on his cheeks.”
“The doctor prescribed a cream to relieve the eczema.”

Synonyms

Common combinations

atopic eczemaeczema flare-upeczema treatmentskin with eczema