Sam

Age 4

Has lived with moderate-to-severe
atopic dermatitis since infancy

Persistent, uncontrollable
scratching
due to intense
itching

He can’t tell you himself,
but every
day is a
constant struggle to
control his itching.
—Sam's father

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 has red scaly lesions that itch persistently
  • His lesions continue to spread and worsen
  • Is worried other kids won't befriend him because of his skin

Treatment and goals
  • Has exhausted multiple topical prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and non-pharmacological treatments, but with no success
  • His parents are struggling to find a treatment option to help manage his intense itch