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The key findings of the NHMS 2023 for Malaysian adults underscore the population's significant health challenges. With 2.5% of adults living with four non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and alarming rates of conditions such as diabetes (15.6%), hypertension (29.2%), high cholesterol (33.3%), metabolic syndrome (36%), and metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) (28%), these findings highlight the urgent need for targeted interventions and innovative solutions. Leveraging NHMS data, companies can develop evidence-based strategies to improve market relevance, enhance healthcare outcomes, and contribute to the advancement of public health on a national scale.

Severity of eczema can be self-assessed using Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI). EASI is one of the most widely used instruments in assessing atopic dermatitis in both clinical and trial settings. It is an easily understood and simple system used to track disease progression.

The severity index is calculated based on:
✔️ affected regions
✔️ covering areas
✔️ severity of the symptoms

you can check the severity of the symptoms by the intensity of:
🔥 redness
🔥 oedema
🔥 scratching
🔥 lichenification/thickness

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You can also assess your own severity using this web-based calculato:
https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/10427/eczema-area-severity-index-easi

Did you know that there are many types of eczema?

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This is a common form of eczema which causes inflammation, dryness and itchy skin. While typical in small children, it can occur at any age.

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This form of eczema, also called allergic contact dermatitis, is brought on by environmental triggers.

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This type of eczema dries out the skin and can cause a burning sensation, rashes and blisters.

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This form of eczema, also called discoid eczema, affects small patches of skin. It makes them itchy and scaly.

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This form of eczema, also called nummular dermatitis, creates small, rounded lesions all over the body, but especially on arms and legs.

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This is an inflammatory form of eczema which affects your scalp.

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This type of eczema presents as a skin discoloration on the legs which looks similar to varicose veins.

Regardless of the type of eczema, diligent treatment and proper management plan can effectively control symptoms without compromising quality of life.

, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by inflammation, redness, itching, and dryness of the skin. It can affect people of all ages, from infants to adults, and often appears as patches of irritated skin, particularly in areas such as the face, hands, elbows, and knees.

The exact cause of eczema is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and immune system factors. People with eczema often have a hypersensitive immune response to certain triggers, such as allergens, irritants, stress, climate changes, or hormonal changes.

Symptoms of eczema can vary from mild to severe and may come and go over time. During flare-ups, the affected skin may become intensely itchy, red, swollen, and may develop small bumps, blisters, or cracks. Persistent scratching can lead to further skin damage, infections, and discomfort.