Josh
Age 6
Has lived with moderate-to-severe
atopic
dermatitis since infancy
Visible lesions and frequent itching
Every day was a struggle
for him when it
came to
his atopic dermatitis, but I felt
there was nothing I
could do.
—Josh's mother
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Image of an actual
patient with
uncontrolled
moderate-to-severe
atopic
dermatitis.
Story is inspired by
people who suffer
from
atopic
dermatitis.
Image of an actual
patient with
uncontrolled
moderate-to-severe
atopic
dermatitis.
Story is inspired by
people who suffer
from
atopic
dermatitis.
Signs and symptoms
- He’s frequently scratching his lesions, although he knows he shouldn’t
- He thinks everyone makes fun of the way his skin looks
Treatment and goals
- Has tried topical prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, and dietary changes
- His parents are struggling to find a treatment that can help reduce the severity of his lesions