Based in Arlington, Texas, Robert S. Baraczek, PharmD, serves as a research and development consultant in the dermatology field. Dr. Robert S. Baraczek leverages his formal education to develop skin care products for conditions such as atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by red, itchy skin that presents itself primarily in children and is commonly referred to as eczema.
Atopic dermatitis appears to be the result of a genetic predisposition and environmental factors. If an individual’s parents have atopic dermatitis, asthma, or hay fever, then he or she is more likely to develop the condition. Similarly, places with high levels of pollution and cold climates increase an individual’s risk of developing atopic dermatitis.
To avoid atopic dermatitis, moisturize your skin with creams and lotions. Avoid triggers and other aspects of your lifestyle such as exposure to stressful situations that worsen the condition. A physician should set the specific course of treatment for each patient with atopic dermatitis after examining him or her and assessing his or her condition. Topical creams or ointments are usually suggested first, but if the condition worsens, phototherapy may be used, depending on the suitability for the patient. Patients with severe atopic dermatitis may also receive oral medications.
