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Allergic Eczema : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • Exposure to chemicals in certain plants

Causes Overview Articles

Eczema
Eczema is due to a hypersensitivity reaction (similar to an allergy) in the skin, which leads to long-term inflammation. The inflammation causes the skin to become itchy and scaly.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 28, 2008
Atopic Dermatitis
The causes of atopic dermatitis were not completely understood as of 2004 but are thought to be a combination of genetic susceptibility, damaged skin barrier function, and abnormal responses of the child's immune system to environmental triggers. ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Atopic Dermatitis
While allergic reactions often trigger atopic dermatitis, the condition is thought to be the result of an inherited over-active immune system or a genetic defect that causes the skin to lose abnormally large amounts of moisture. The condition can ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Causes Articles

First Aid: Chemical Exposure
Some chemicals cause burns. Others may be absorbed through skin or lungs, causing hidden damage.
Source:StayWell
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