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As the cause of eczema is still not fully understood it makes dealing with the condition a problem as some believe that genetic factors are involved; the belief it is caused by an outside influence still remains to be proved.

This skin complaint can cause a number of problems for the sufferer including patches that are excessively dry but it is the constant itchy feeling that must be the most irritating. Along with those indications, sufferers may also have a number of crusty blisters as well.

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Whilst a number of forms exist, the most common is the form of atopic eczema; this too is known, like the rest, to have a severe itching symptom. Atopic eczema brings with increased itching compare to other forms but is relieved when the sufferer scratches; unfortunately this just makes the condition worse. Another effect is the skin becomes hypersensitive to certain products which just make the condition worse; sufferers usually have reactions to washing detergents, soaps and even makeup.

When it is found in young children it is usually seen just below the surface of the skin as a small patch. Although the primary factor with eczema is itching you might still be susceptible to normal rashes; because the disorder is characterized by itching, if this rash does not itch then it is not a symptom of this condition. If the rash itches and reacts well to eczema treatment but the rash does not disappear then there is a good chance the rash is unrelated to the itchy feeling.

However, itchy skin is not necessarily a sign of this disorder as many other conditions can make a person have itchy skin, so this cannot be the only basis for a diagnosis. Although eczema is characterized by itchy skin with a rash it is still not possible to completely understand why the itching occurs. The blood flow in the area affected is the reason the rash looks so red and this can be made worse when the same area or areas are scratched by the sufferer.

Apart from making the eczema worse when the sufferer scratches, it might also damage the delicate skin surface; one area that causes concern is where there is a bacterial infection which can easily be the result of scratching sensitive skin. Small blisters are quite common around the affected area and sometimes these blisters are large; an infection or just a genetic trait of the sufferer could be the reasons for this.

Every sufferer is warned about blisters as they can be damaged by scratching or carelessness and whilst some are filled with fluid, others have a pus like substance; sufferers are advised never to burst them and create further infection in an already highly sensitive area.