Eczema Meaning in English
word
ˈɛksəmə
EK-suh-muh
ˈɛkzəmɐ
EK-zuh-muh
Definition
A medical condition that causes the skin to become red, itchy, dry, and sometimes cracked. Eczema is often long-lasting and can appear anywhere on the body.
Usage & Nuances
"Eczema" is a medical term but used often in everyday conversation. Common collocations are 'eczema flare-up,' 'eczema cream,' and 'treating eczema.' It can refer to several skin conditions but most often to atopic dermatitis. Not contagious.
Spanish: eczema - dermatitis atópicaPortuguese (BR): eczema - dermatite atópicaPortuguese (PT): eczema - dermatite atópicaChinese (Simplified): 湿疹Chinese (Traditional): 濕疹Hindi: एक्जिमाArabic: إكزيما - التهاب الجلد التأتبيBengali: একজিমাRussian: экземаJapanese: 湿疹Vietnamese: chàmKorean: 습진Turkish: egzamaUrdu: ایگزیماIndonesian: eksim
Example Sentences
My son has eczema on his hands.
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Some creams can help with eczema.
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Eczema makes my skin very itchy.
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When the weather changes, my eczema often gets worse.
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I’ve tried everything, but my eczema keeps coming back.
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My doctor recommended a special soap for my eczema.
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