Kim says learning to manage her AD has opened her eyes to a new world around her.
Stories from Around the World
Meet Kim
Meet Ashley
When managing her AD, Ashley found comfort in not only her friends and family but the wider AD community.
“Living with atopic dermatitis has allowed me to learn the power of vulnerability. I love sharing my story with the hope that it helps others.”
Meet Chava
Chava says her experiences have inspired her to become an advocate for others living with this condition.
“Supporting AD Days Around the World is important to me because my story can help people know there is light at the end of the tunnel.”
Meet Gregg
Gregg says his AD has helped him find his purpose in life to help others.
“Atopic dermatitis is very unpredictable but I am learning how I can overcome this.”
Meet Marjolaine
Marjolaine uses dance and movement therapy to translate something physically and emotionally challenging into art.
“Art therapy helped me transform something which can be very difficult into some piece of art. Making people aware that they can live a better life.”
Meet Laura
Dance gave Laura a “can-do” attitude and taught her that, no matter what, “the show must go on”.
“You can have a really beautiful life even with [atopic] dermatitis.”
Meet Julia
Julia says her AD has helped her learn how to handle struggles in life as she focuses on her college education.
“AD had a positive effect on me; it helped me in many ways – not just with my skin, but also in dealing with struggles when things don’t go well.”
Meet África
África wrote a children’s book to help give words and meaning to her experience with AD.
“Eight years ago, 90% of my body was covered in eczema. When I met the doctor who helped me, it was like a miracle. He was the first doctor to tell me, ‘This is no way of living.’ I was feeling much better; my skin was much better.”
MAT-69099 November 2023