While eczema is often thought of as a childhood condition, it follows a "U-shaped" pattern throughout life. The risk is highest in childhood, decreases in young adulthood, and then begins rising again when people reach their late 50s. About 1 in 10 seniors can be affected.
Some MyEczemaTeam members have shared experiences of Show Full Answer
While eczema is often thought of as a childhood condition, it follows a "U-shaped" pattern throughout life. The risk is highest in childhood, decreases in young adulthood, and then begins rising again when people reach their late 50s. About 1 in 10 seniors can be affected.
Some MyEczemaTeam members have shared experiences of eczema returning or appearing for the first time later in life. For example, some report their eczema was dormant since teenage years only to reappear unexpectedly in adulthood. Hormonal changes can trigger eczema flares in adults. This is particularly notable during menopause, when some people experience facial eczema for the first time or find their symptoms worsen significantly. The condition can either be a recurrence of childhood eczema that had previously subsided, or it can develop as new cases in late adulthood.
July 7, 2025
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