What Are The Different Types Of Eczema?

Nummular Eczema

Nummular eczema typically occurs in adults affected by unusually dry skin but can also happen to teenagers and children. This type of eczema is characterized by the development of round coin-sized spots on the skin. These spots have well-defined borders, itch excessively, become dry and crusty, and may ooze fluids. The arms and legs are the most common places for these spots to develop, but they can occur anywhere on the body. Nummular eczema spots may be red, brown, or pink. The skin that surrounds nummular lesions may become inflamed, swollen, and red. Injuries to the skin, such as burns, bites from insects, blisters, rug burns, and abrasions, are known to trigger outbreaks of nummular eczema. The nummular eczema spots on an affected individual's skin may last for up to several months. Nummular eczema is more likely to occur in men than it is in women. Treatment of this type of eczema consists of avoiding skin injury, taking antihistamines, avoiding harsh soaps, showering in lukewarm water, using medicated ointments, and keeping skin hydrated with non-scented moisturizer.