Eczema affects people of all races and ethnicities but appears to be more common in African Americans. Redness may be obscured in darker skin types, making areas of eczema look more brown, purple or grey in color.

What race has the most eczema?

The prevalence of childhood eczema in the United States (U.S.) is upwards of 10%6,7 and differs by race and ethnicity with the disease being more common among non-Hispanic black children (17.1% prevalence) than among non-Hispanic whites (11.2%) and Hispanic whites (13.7%).

Where is eczema most common in the world?

The highest rate in adults was observed in China. South Korea had the highest rates in both children and adolescents. The top AD rates in infancy occurred in France and the United Kingdom. Rates across the age spectrum were consistently lowest in Israel and Switzerland.

Who is most affected by eczema?

Eczema affects males and females equally and is more common in people who have a personal or family history of asthma, environmental allergies and/or food allergies.

Why is eczema more common in black people?

Instead, eczema patches in these skin tones are comprised of multicolored pigmentation and maybe dark brown, purple, and ashen grey. Additionally, African Americans tend to have drier skin, which is prone to hardening, leading to thickened skin. This may cause doctors to misdiagnose eczema or downplay its severity.

How can I be positive with eczema?

5 tips from an eczema patientKNOW YOUR TRIGGERS. What triggers an itching and scratching cycle for you? GET REGULAR EXERCISE. Do as much as you can but know when youve reached your limit. TRY QIGONG. DO SOMETHING CREATIVE. FEEL FREE TO EXPLORE.Jan 2, 2018