Atopic dermatitis, also known as atopic eczema, is a chronic type of inflammation of the skin. It is also often called simply eczema, though eczema more broadly refers to the larger group of skin conditions called dermatitis.
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Classification
ICD-10 ChapterXII: Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue 1 Communicable or Non-communicable Transmission Route Causative Agent
Causative Agent (category)Idiopathic / Multifactorial 2 Condition Classdermatologic, immunologic 2 Connections
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Source Wikipedia: Cupping Therapy
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1. Wikipedia: ICD-10
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Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2. Atopic Dermatitis (Wikipedia)
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Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as atopic eczema, is chronic type of inflammation of the skin.
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The cause is unknown but is believed to involve genetics, immune system dysfunction, environmental exposures, and difficulties with the permeability of the skin.
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Cupping practitioners attempt to use cupping therapy for a wide array of medical conditions including fevers, chronic low back pain, poor appetite, indigestion, high blood pressure, acne, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, anemia, stroke rehabilitation, nasal congestion, infertility, and menstrual period cramping.
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