Eczema: meaning, definitions and examples

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eczema

 

[ หˆษ›k.zษช.mษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skin condition

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by itchy, red, and inflamed patches. It often affects children but can occur in people of all ages. The condition can be triggered by various factors, including allergens and environmental conditions.

Synonyms

atopic dermatitis, dermatitis

Examples of usage

  • She has been struggling with eczema on her hands.
  • The doctor recommended a special cream for her eczema.
  • Eczema often flares up during the winter months.

Translations

Translations of the word "eczema" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น eczema

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค•เฅเคœเคฟเคฎเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ekzem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ eksim

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะบะทะตะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wyprysk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆนฟ็–น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท eczรฉma

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ eccema

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท egzama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šต์ง„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูƒุฒูŠู…ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ekzรฉm

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ekzรฉm

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆนฟ็–น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ekcem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eksem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะบะทะตะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒฅแƒ–แƒ”แƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ekzema

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ eczema

Etymology

The word 'eczema' originates from the Ancient Greek word 'ekzein', meaning 'to boil out' or 'to bubble out', which describes the appearance of inflamed skin. The term was first used in English in the late 19th century to refer to various forms of dermatitis. Over time, the definition has evolved to specifically describe conditions characterized by itchy and inflamed skin, often associated with allergic reactions. Eczema remains a common diagnosis in dermatology, emphasizing the need for ongoing research and treatment developments to improve quality of life for those affected.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,340, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.