Eczema breakouts on the hands, i.e. flaking, is one of the chronic phase manifestations of eczema, and does not necessarily mean that the eczema is almost gone, and it is recommended that a specific analysis be made. Flaking may be a manifestation of eczema, or it may be a state of eczema recovery. According to clinical manifestations, eczema can be divided into acute eczema, subacute eczema and chronic eczema. Acute eczema mostly shows polymorphic and symmetrical skin damage, such as red papules and pimples. In severe cases, blisters can appear, and there can be vesicles, scabs, and also peeling of skin after breaking. If acute eczema is not well controlled, the condition can gradually form subacute or chronic eczema. Chronic eczema may have localized skin thickening, surface roughness, and scabs, scales off the phenomenon. Therefore, the appearance of flaking does not mean that the condition has improved. Therefore, in different stages of eczema, flaking can have different clinical significance, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.