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When Your Child's Atopic Dermatitis Becomes Moderate to Severe

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How Atopic Dermatitis Changed My Family’s Life

When a child has atopic dermatitis, it impacts the entire family. One mother shares the story of a journey that began with her son’s first moments of life.

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What It Looks Like on Different Skin Tones

Atopic dermatitis affects children of all skin tones but can look different, depending on their skin color. Learn what you and your doctor should look for.

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Recognizing Your Child’s Triggers

Many things can cause itchy skin in children, and a common one is atopic dermatitis. Here are some common triggers and how to recognize them.

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Help Your Child Stop Scratching

Help your child break the itch-scratch cycle with atopic dermatitis. For starters, distractions and bedtime routines can help them resist the urge.

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Clothes for Your Child's Atopic Dermatitis

If you have a child with atopic dermatitis, it’s key to choose comfy clothing that keeps symptoms at bay. Learn what to scope out and why.

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Treatment Options

Moderate to severe atopic dermatitis may need prescription treatments. Learn which ones may be right for your child.

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Helping Families Manage AD

Is your child not sleeping? Constantly scratching? Atopic dermatitis can be stressful for everyone in the household, but treatments can bring hope.

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Soothing Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis in Children

When your child has an atopic dermatitis flare, you need to soothe their symptoms – fast. Here’s how to calm their skin and get back them to being a kid.

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What to Ask Your Pediatrician

From family history to triggers, learn some key questions to ask your child’s pediatrician to treat their atopic dermatitis flares more effectively.

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The Emotional Toll It Can Take on Children

Atopic dermatitis symptoms can affect your child’s emotions just as much as their skin. Here’s what you need to know so you can help.

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