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The exact causes of eczema are not known but it is believed that an abnormal function of the immune system could be a major factor. Some types of eczema could also be triggered by various substances like soap, jewelry, clothing and sweat. Environmental allergens may cause outbreaks of eczema as well as changes in temperature and stress can cause different types of eczema.

Atopic dermatitis or eczema is very commonly seen. The person will show signs of inflamed areas as well as these areas being itchy and is said to be caused by a malfunction of the body’s immune system. This type of eczema has cycles where it will disappear and then reappear and will also depend on what factors are causing this. It seems to be family related especially when member of the family suffer from asthma or even hay fever.

Another types of eczema which causes outbreaks on the hands especially the palm and the feet as well as along the sides of the toes which is characterized by clear, deep blisters that itch profusely as well as burn is known as Dyshidrotic eczema. The cause of this type of eczema is not known. This types of eczema is also known as vesicular palmoplantar dermatitis and around 20% of people have this condition.

Outbreaks of these types of eczema are common during the months of spring and summer as especially in very hot tropical climates and researchers are suggesting that this may be the primary cause of this type of eczema.

An eczema that is really quite hideous is nummular eczema and common areas where the breakouts occur is the arms, back, buttocks and lower legs presenting with coin shaped inflamed patched which are also very itchy and the area becomes crusted or scaly. These types of eczema occurs mostly in elderly men.

This could be an associated allergy especially if there is a history of atopic dermatitis in the family and if there is then there is obviously an increased risk of contracting nummular dermatitis and this condition is termed as chronic. This type of eczema is still puzzling doctors.

There is no associated known cause for nummular dermatitis but it is said that abrasive substances could worsen the eczema such as soaps, washing detergents and topical creams and things like dry skin conditions, or places that have low humidity as well as acne type medications could be causing the onset of this type of eczema and maybe environmental factors. Should you wish to learn more about these types of eczema go online as there are many articles readily available on the subject?

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