Atopic Dermatitis in Children: Why Winter Makes It Worse
Red, rough, itchy cheeks and skin folds in winter are a classic picture of atopic dermatitis. Here is what is happening in the skin.
Dermatology · Dermatosurgery · Aesthetic Medicine
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- Dr. Afroza Jesmin
- MBBS, BCS (Health), MD (Dermatology & Venereology)
- Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology & Venereology
- Specialist Dermatologist
- Evidence-Based Care
- Personalised Treatment
- MD, Dermatology & VenereologyBangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka
- Fellowship in DermatosurgeryChennai Skin Foundation, India
- Advanced Training in Aesthetic MedicineAmerican Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- Secretary (Dermatosurgery)Bangladesh Academy of Dermatology
- BCS (Health)Bangladesh Civil Service — Health Cadre
Medicine, experience & a more personal approach to skin health.
Dr. Afroza Jesmin is a dermatologist with experience across clinical dermatology, dermatosurgery and aesthetic procedures. She completed her MD in Dermatology & Venereology at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) after graduating MBBS from Sir Salimullah Medical College.
Alongside patient care she is active in clinical research and professional leadership, with a special interest in hidradenitis suppurativa, psoriasis, neglected tropical skin diseases and skin-health equity.
- Experience
- Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology & Venereology
- Education
- MBBS, BCS (Health), MD (Dermatology & Venereology)
- Memberships
- Bangladesh Academy of Dermatology · Bangladesh Dermatology Society · Psoriasis Awareness Club, Bangladesh · European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology (EADV)
- Hidradenitis suppurativa
- Psoriasis
- Scabies & neglected tropical skin diseases
- Superficial fungal infections
- Dermatosurgery
- Aesthetic dermatology
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From everyday skin concerns to chronic inflammatory disease — every plan begins with an accurate diagnosis.
- Acne & Adult Acne Breakouts that persist into adulthood — or begin after 25 — have many possible causes and deserve a proper assessment.
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Very common in children and often worse in winter — dry, itchy, red skin caused by a weakened skin barrier.
- Psoriasis A long-term inflammatory condition causing thickened, scaly patches. With the right plan, it can usually be well controlled.
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa Recurrent painful lumps in the armpits, groin or under the breasts — often misdiagnosed as simple boils.
- Skin Allergy & Urticaria Itchy rashes, hives and allergic reactions of the skin — identifying the trigger is the first step.
- Fungal Skin Infections Ringworm and other superficial fungal infections are common in our climate and often need a full, correct course of treatment.
- Scabies Intense itching, often worse at night, that spreads among family members. Everyone in the household may need treatment.
- Hair Loss Thinning, shedding or patchy loss — the right treatment starts with finding the cause.
- Vitiligo White patches caused by loss of skin pigment. It is not contagious, and several treatment options exist.
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Beyond the clinic
Research, teaching & global dermatology.
- 10 Peer-reviewed publications
- 6 Scientific presentations
- 5 International scholarships
- 4 Professional memberships
- 2026ILDS GLODERM MenteeInternational League of Dermatological Societies
- 2025Imrich Sarkany Non-European Memorial ScholarshipEADV Symposium, Prague
- 2025American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting ScholarshipAmerican Academy of Dermatology
- 2024Health Care Professional Scholarship33rd EADV Congress, Amsterdam
- 2023Young Dermatologist Rising Star Scholarship25th World Congress of Dermatology, Singapore
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Treatment
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Follow-up
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Watch moreলেজার হেয়ার রিমুভাল নিয়ে যত কিউরিস! । Dr Afroza Jesmin
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