POEM Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure

Measure patient-reported atopic dermatitis severity using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), a 7-question weekly diary covering itch, sleep, bleeding, weeping, cracking, flaking, and dryness.

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Measure patient-reported atopic dermatitis severity using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), a 7-question weekly diary covering itch, sleep, bleeding, weeping, cracking, flaking, and dryness

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure — The patient-oriented eczema measure recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • 7-question weekly diary covering itch — The 7-question weekly diary covering itch recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Sleep — The sleep recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Bleeding — The bleeding recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Weeping — The weeping recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Cracking — The cracking recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the poem result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure, 7-question weekly diary covering itch, sleep, bleeding, weeping, cracking for the scenario you are assessing. Measure patient-reported atopic dermatitis severity using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM), a 7-question weekly diary covering itch, sleep, bleeding, weeping, cracking, flaking, and dryness. Use the poem result to inform your calculation.

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