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It can be challenging to distinguish between active flares and residual redness since there's no standard definition of what constitutes an eczema flare. Some people's skin may never clear completely, and what's "normal" skin varies from person to person depending on their level of disease activity.

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It can be challenging to distinguish between active flares and residual redness since there's no standard definition of what constitutes an eczema flare. Some people's skin may never clear completely, and what's "normal" skin varies from person to person depending on their level of disease activity.

A flare-up typically involves a worsening of symptoms beyond your baseline, including:
• Increased itchiness
• New or worsening rash with bumps
• Swelling
• Flaking or crusting
• Thickening of skin patches Since eczema is a chronic, remitting condition, some people experience persistent symptoms that may be mistaken for continuous flares. If you're unsure whether your symptoms represent a true flare or your baseline condition, consider tracking your symptoms and their severity over time. This can help you better recognize when your condition is truly worsening versus maintaining its usual state.

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