atopic dermatitis

/ˌædəpi ˈdʌrməˌtaɪdɪs/
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Definitions of atopic dermatitis
  1. noun
    a severe form of dermatitis characterized by atopy
    synonyms: atopic eczema
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    type of:
    dermatitis
    inflammation of the skin; skin becomes itchy and may develop blisters
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