What is atopic skin?
"Atopic skin refers to dry to very dry skin, sometimes accompanied by eczema flare-ups. Atopic skin is skin in distress."
Dr. Coustou, Consulting Dermatologist
This skin type is also very vulnerable to allergens, as these can easily penetrate the epidermis and come into contact with the skin's immune defense cells. Inflammatory reactions can then occur, leading to itching and the appearance of red patches and scabs.
The causes of atopy
Atopy is often hereditary but can also be linked in some cases to environmental causes.
70% of atopic skin is due to mutations in genes that control: the structure of the epidermis, the reactivity of the immune system and the production of natural antimicrobial substances.
30% of atopic skin conditions are linked to environmental factors such as pollution, tobacco use, the presence of dust mites in the environment, or the widespread use of antibiotics. Repeated contact with these types of allergens makes the skin more prone to developing atopic syndrome.
A skin disease with serious consequences
In France, 2.5 million people are affected by this condition, 65% of whom are women. Its prevalence has more than doubled in the last 30 years, making atopic dermatitis the second most common skin condition today after acne. Nine out of ten people with atopic dermatitis suffer from daily itching, often lasting more than 12 hours a day.
But atopic dermatitis isn't just a skin condition: it also often causes profound distress for those affected. Two-thirds of sufferers experience disrupted sleep with difficulty falling asleep. One in two people with atopic dermatitis suffers from anxiety and depression, leading 41% of sufferers to use anxiolytics to alleviate these symptoms and improve their quality of life. These statistics come from the website dermatite-atopique.fr , where you can find further information about atopic dermatitis.
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