Atopic dermatitis (AD), the most common form of eczema, can be treated in a number of different ways. Options include moisturizers, over-the-counter and prescription topical treatments, systemic medications, and phototherapy — often in combination. But how can people with AD know whether their treatment plan is working?

AD can wax or wane over time, so treatment success doesn’t always mean your symptoms will disappear completely or for good. Instead, signs such as less itching, calmer skin, and fewer or less-frequent flares can indicate that your treatment is helping.

Here’s a look at six changes that may suggest your treatment is moving in…

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