331: Eczema Symptoms-Skin Color Connection: Why Skin Tone May Make Certain Symptoms WORSE w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatra episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 29, 2024 · 36 MIN

331: Eczema Symptoms-Skin Color Connection: Why Skin Tone May Make Certain Symptoms WORSE w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatra

from The Healthy Skin Show · host Jennifer Fugo, MS, CNS, Skin Rash Expert

Did you know that depending on your skin color, eczema can look different — and possibly lead to misdiagnosis?In this episode, Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Director of the Johns Hopkins Itch Center, returns to explain how eczema symptoms vary across different skin tones. We cover why redness isn’t a reliable sign of inflammation in darker skin, how eczema may mimic psoriasis in people of color, and new research on itch severity and diagnosis.If you’ve ever felt dismissed or misdiagnosed because of how your skin rash presents, this is a must-listen.⭐️Mentioned in This Episode:- Find Dr. Shawn Kwatra online - https://www.kwatralab.org/ - Dive into the Stop My Eczema Masterclass 👉https://www.skinterrupt.com/stopmyeczemamc-pod- See all the references 👉 http://www.skinterrupt.com/331 - Join me in the conversation at http://instagram.com/jenniferfugo - Stop My Rashes FREE eGuide - https://www.skinterrupt.com/stopmyrashes-pod - Fix your skin using Jennifer’s method (trusted by 900+ skin rash warriors)! Get started NOW 👉https://www.skinterrupt.com/srrdiy-pod - Want personalized help to fix your skin? Get started here with Jennifer’s virtual clinic 👉https://www.skinterrupt.com/gethelp-pod (We work with clients worldwide!)🎙 This episode is brought to you by:Quell Essentials Skincare + Supplements for Sensitive Skin 👉https://www.quellshop.com use code POD15 for 15% offReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

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Did you know that depending on your skin color, eczema can look different — and possibly lead to misdiagnosis? In this episode, Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Director of the Johns Hopkins Itch Center, returns to explain how eczema symptoms vary across different skin tones. We cover why redness isn’t a reliable sign of inflammation in darker skin, how eczema may mimic psoriasis in people of color, and new research on itch severity and diagnosis. If you’ve ever felt dismissed or misdiagnosed because of how...

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