Eczema is an inflammation of the skin, also called atopic dermatitis. People of any age can suffer from eczema but it is the most common in infants. Half of the infants will be eczema-free by age 3 and others will have it recurring at various times throughout their lives. Eczema is not contagious and is hereditary. Several members in one family is likely to have it.Eczema is characterized by intense itching which can occur anywhere on the body but it more common on face, neck, ankles, on the inner side of elbows and knees. It can appear as patches of dry, scaly skin. Children often scratch, thus causing the skin to become thicker and crusty. It is also common to see oozing lesions.Treatments of eczema vary depending on the type of condition, its severity and the patient’s age. It is common