Atopic Dermatitis Specialists in Jhowtala, Kolkata, West Bengal

What is Atopic Dermatitis?

Atopic Dermatitis is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory skin condition characterized by intense itching and a compromised skin barrier that makes the skin more susceptible to irritants, allergens, and infection. It is the most common form of eczema and often represents the first manifestation of what is known as the atopic march, a progression that can include food allergies, asthma, and allergic rhinitis later in life. The condition typically begins in early childhood, with many cases improving by adolescence, though it can persist or develop in adulthood. Genetic mutations affecting skin barrier proteins play a central role in its development.

Causes of Atopic Dermatitis

Results from a combination of genetic mutations affecting the skin's protective barrier function, particularly the filaggrin gene, and immune system dysregulation that leads to excessive inflammatory response to normally harmless substances. A family history of atopic conditions such as asthma or allergic rhinitis strongly increases risk, along with environmental triggers like irritants and allergens.

Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis

Intense itching, dry and sensitive skin, red to brownish-gray inflamed patches, small raised bumps that may ooze when scratched, thickened or scaly skin from chronic scratching, cracked and sensitive skin, sleep disturbance from nighttime itching, skin infections from broken skin barrier

Treatment & Types of Atopic Dermatitis in Jhowtala, Kolkata, West Bengal

Regular application of emollients to repair and maintain the skin barrier forms the foundation of management, combined with topical corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibitors during flares to control inflammation. Newer biologic therapies targeting specific immune pathways have significantly improved outcomes for moderate to severe cases unresponsive to standard treatment.

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