Inflammatory skin disease affect men women and children of all races. Inflammatory skin disease is a broad category ranging in severity and can be very distressing to those who have them, causing great discomfort and emotional stress. The more common conditions are: 

Eczema – also known as atopic dermatitis a disorder that causes the skin to become dry, itchy and inflamed, there may be oozing or a crusted appearance; 

Rosacea - an inflammatory skin disease characterized by flushing and redness, appearing in the central area of the face. Pimples and pustules may appear. 

Acne - an inflammatory skin disease characterized by comedones, papules, pustules and inflamed nodules. 

Psoriasis - an inflammatory skin disease characterized by dry pink scaling round patches. 

Poison Ivy - an inflammatory allergic rash, which develops after contact with the poisonous plant. 

These conditions are often considered minor ailments by the general public.  They can be serious to the people affected by them. 

The Inflammatory Skin Disease Institute provides: 

• Patient education and public awareness with brochures; fact sheets and videos;

• Patient advocacy and support with our penpals, newsletters and telephone support system.

• A voice in Washington to enhance awareness and encourage Congress to increase funding for skin disease research