Psoriasis vs. Eczema Pictures. Eczema makes your skin red and inflamed. It may be scaly, oozing, or crusty. You may see rough, leathery patches that are sometimes dark.

A large new study finds that early-life exposure to dogs may reduce the genetic risk of developing eczema in children, offering more evidence of the health benefits of having a pet.

Early exposure to pet dogs linked to reduced risk of eczema in genetically predisposed children. Illustration. (photo credit: alexei_tm. Via Shutterstock) By JERUSALEM POST STAFF JUNE 7, 2025 21:25.