Atopic dermatitis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000914",
  "term": "Atopic dermatitis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by intensely itchy, red, and scaly rashes, often occurring in individuals with a genetic predisposition to atopy. It is associated with a compromised skin barrier function and an exaggerated immune response to environmental triggers. This condition is also known as atopic eczema.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "atopy",
    "atopic eczema"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1128 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/atopic-dermatitis/"
}