Atopic dermatitis (eczema) in the infant is:
a. easily cured.
b. worse in humid climates.
c. associated with upper respiratory tract infections.
d. associated with allergy with a hereditary tendency.
ANS: D
Atopic dermatitis is a type of pruritic eczema that usually begins during infancy and is associated with allergy with a hereditary tendency. Atopic dermatitis can be controlled but not cured. Manifestations of the disease are worse when environmental humidity is lower. Atopic dermatitis is not associated with respiratory tract infections.
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