Epidemiology
Hand eczema is a common condition: study data indicates a one-year prevalence of up to 10% in the general population. It is estimated that only 50 - 70% of people affected consult a doctor. The frequency of severe, chronic and recurrent forms of hand eczema is estimated at 5 - 7%. Approx. 2 - 4% of hand eczema patients also report that external (topical) therapy is insufficient. {{17<.> span|As the most frequent career-related skin illness, chronic hand eczema often leads to unemployment due to an extended inability to work properly.|date=April 2013}} Several factors adversely affect the long-term prognosis, including the development of the condition prior to the 20th birthday, the severity of initial manifestations and eczema during childhood. Women, especially those under 30, are more frequently affected than men.
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