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Background: Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common and burdensome diseases of childhood.The present study was conducted to assess the cases of Atopic dermatitis (AD). Materials & Methods:The present study was conducted on 280 patients of both genders.In all patient type of allergens, age group affected etc. was recorded.Results: Out of 280 patients, males were 130 and females were 150.Age group <10 years had 140 cases, 10-20 years had 110, 20-30 years had 20 patients and >30 years had 10 patients.The difference was significant (P< 0.05).Potential allergens were jewellery in 110 cases, cloths in 60, shoes in 65 and topical corticosteroids in 45.The difference was significant (P< 0.05).Conclusion: Atopic dermatitis is commonly occurring skin lesions in adults.Most common age group involved was <10 years.