Dry, scaly patches and relentless itching are the hallmark signs of eczema. 1 in 10 people will develop eczema at some point during their lifetime. It’s uncomfortable, and can seem embarrassing.

In this episode, dermatologist Frank Wang, M.D. joins us to answer the most commonly searched questions about eczema, including:

• What is eczema?
• Are there different types of eczema?
• What is the difference between eczema and psoriasis?
• Is eczema contagious? Can it spread from one part of your body to another?
• Is eczema genetic? Does eczema run in families?
• Does stress cause eczema?
• What can cause an eczema flare up?
• How can you avoid an eczema flare up?
• Are over the counter or home treatments for eczema safe?
• Do bleach baths help eczema?

You can find the episode transcript here.

The Michigan Answers podcast is hosted by Preeti Malani, M.D, M.S.J., Chief Health Officer at the University of Michigan and an internal medicine physician at Michigan Medicine. For more answers to some of the top searched questions on the internet, visit our website at MichiganAnswers.com.

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