Whitney
Age 14
Has lived with moderate-to-severe
atopic
dermatitis since infancy
Worried about her worsening
moderate-
to-severe atopic
dermatitis symptoms
It’s hard enough being a
teenager. But it
feels like
one big cruel joke when
you
throw in the cracking,
peeling, red skin.
—Whitney
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
- Her lesions generally appear on her arms, legs, and feet
- She’s constantly itching, and her lesion coverage has increased from 10% to 16% in the last year
- She’s worried about how she’ll be able to conceal her lesions for an upcoming pool party
Treatment and goals
- Has tried a variety of therapies, including topical prescription treatments, and has remained uncontrolled
- Cannot maintain clear skin for long periods of time
- Her mom wants to try another approach to treatment