Education Resource Center: Eczema Is Common Many people have
atopic dermatitis (which is often called eczema). Eczema is an
itchy, red rash. It can appear all over the body. Many people
have it on their elbows or behind their knees. Babies often have
eczema on the face, especially the cheeks and chin. They can
also have it on the scalp, trunk (chest and back), and outer
arms and legs. Children and adults tend to have eczema on the
neck, wrists, and ankles, and in areas that bend, like the inner
elbow and knee.