What is Asthma?

Asthma (AZ-ma) is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. Asthma causes recurring periods of wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing. The coughing often occurs at night or early in the morning.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but it most often starts during childhood. In the United States, more than 22 million people are known to have asthma. Nearly 6 million of these people are children.

Eczema Symptoms

Symptoms vary with age. In infants and young children, eczema may appear on the cheeks, neck, arms and legs as a red, scaling, oozing or crusty rash. Older children will have dry, thick scaly skin which becomes very itchy compared to that found in infants. Adolescents may develop thick, dull colored leathery rashes around or on the face, neck, hands, fingers, feet and toes.

Baby Eczema

Rashes are common occurrences for babies, but seeing them break out can be scary for new parents. Learn what you need to know about baby eczema and find out how to cope with it once it appears.

Hay Fever

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Wet Wrap Eczema

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Controlling Dust Mites

Control dust mites with tips from a former housecleaning business owner and operator in this free video on housekeeping

What is Eczema?

Eczema is a type of allergy that occurs in the skin, causing dryness, itching and bumps. Discover why people with eczema should moisturize with as thick of a lotion as possible with help from a practicing pediatrician in this free video

Eczema: Bleach Baths

Eczema is a common chronic itchy rash in children. Dr. Benabio shows an easy, at-home tip to help kids with eczema