yes. atopic dermatitis may affect the skin around the eyes the eyelids the eyebrows and lashes. scratching and rubbing the eye area can cause the skin to change in appearance. some people with atopic dermatitis develop an extra fold of skin under their eyes called an atopic pleat or dennie-morgan fold. other people may have hyperpigmented eyelids meaning that the skin on their eyelids darkens from the inflammation or hay fever (allergic shiners). patchy eyebrows and eyelashes may also result from scratching or rubbing. the face is very commonly affected in babies who may drool excessively and become irritated from skin contact with their flowing saliva.
can atopic dermatitis affect the face?