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 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 This cream strengthens the skin's moisture barrier to prevent and protect against dryness and eczema. Tanya Edwards, Parents, 15 Mar. 2024 What began with skin quickly expanded into much more, including organic armpit wash, eczema wash, and oral care products. Nafeesah Allen, Health, 11 Mar. 2024 Plus, the mystical waters are still used in the town of La Roche-Posay at its Thermal Center—a facility and spa that treats over 7,000 patients annually who are looking to treat burns, eczema, psoriasis, and skin effects from cancer treatments. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2024 Dettol Anti Bacterial pH-Balanced Body Wash This sensitive skin body wash from Dettol features a pH balanced body wash formula that helps people with skin issues, such as eczema. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 21 Jan. 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 25 Apr. 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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