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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. Long-term irritation and scratching can cause the skin to thicken ...
Source:ADAM
Date:July 18, 2007
Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin disorder associated with biochemical abnormalities in the patient's body tissues and immune system. It is characterized by inflammation, itching , weepy skin lesions, and an individual or family history of ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Atopic Dermatitis
Eczema is a general term used to describe a variety of conditions that cause an itchy, inflamed skin rash. Atopic dermatitis , a form of eczema, is a non-contagious disorder characterized by chronically inflamed skin and sometimes intolerable itch...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Causes Articles

First Aid: Chemical Exposure
First Aid: Chemical ExposureSome chemicals cause burns. Others may be absorbed through skin or lungs, causing hidden damage.Seek Medical HelpChemicals may cause serious damage not only to the outside of the body but also to the inside.
Source:StayWell
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