What is Atopic Dermatitis?
The environment plays a role in this fragile
cutaneous and immunological terrain
There is no standard way to deal with this
Use common sense
On a case-by-case basis
Stay away from smokers!
Cutaneous environment
Non-cutaneous environment
Several factors for irritation or allergy
• Surfactants in cleansing products
• Contact allergens (allergens found in skin care products or clothing) watch out for allergens such as essential oils in cosmetics or colorants in clothing that can cause additional contact eczema
• All irritants (fabric, detergent, etc.)
• Allergens in the air are often to blame: dust, animal dander, dust mites,…
• watch out for carpets, rugs, curtains
Certain foods cause allergies, but these are food allergies with a specific set of symptoms
(vomiting, faintness, diarrhea) they do not cause AD but can worsen the condition