Eksema (en. Eczema)

ek-se-ma

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A skin condition that causes itching, redness, and inflammation.
Eczema is often triggered by an allergic reaction.
Ang eksema ay karaniwang sanhi ng allergic na reaksyon.
Can be caused by various factors such as stress and environment.
People with eczema often fall into groups sensitive to changes in climate.
Ang mga taong may eksema ay madalas na nahuhulog sa mga pangkat na sensitibo sa mga pagbabago sa klima.
Often arises from generational influence or genetic predisposition.
According to studies, eczema can be passed from parent to child.
Ayon sa pag-aaral, ang eksema ay maaaring ipasa mula sa magulang patungo sa anak.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'ekzema', meaning 'inflammation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

eczema on the skin
Eczema referring to symptoms on the skin.
eksema sa balat

Related Words

itching
A condition that causes a desire to scratch the skin.
pangangati
redness
The change in skin color that turns red which may indicate irritation.
pamumula

Slang Meanings

Acne or rashes that are a bit itchy.
I experimented too much with skincare, now I have a lot of eczema on my face.
Kaka-eksperimento ko sa skincare, ang dami nang eksema sa muka ko.
A type of allergy or skin reaction.
I found eczema on my skin after swimming.
Nakatagpo ako ng eksema sa aking balat matapos ang swimming.