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When Your Furry Friend Triggers Eczema: Understanding Eczema Dog Allergies

Eczema, medically known as atopic dermatitis, manifests in various forms and is often influenced by many factors. One lesser-known contributor to eczema flare-ups is the presence of pets, specifica...
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Understanding Eczema Vaccinatum: A Rare Complication of Smallpox Vaccination

One of the most concerning complications associated with the smallpox vaccine is Eczema Vaccinatum (EV), a severe and potentially life-threatening condition. While the smallpox vaccine is free of t...
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Managing Dementia Skin Picking Disorder

Although prevalent among individuals with anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions, the development of skin-picking behaviors can also occur due to dementia. Dementia-related skin picki...
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How to Manage a Pollen Allergy and Eczema

It's no secret that seasonal allergies can be a real pest - and unfortunately for people with sensitive skin, a runny nose or itchy eyes might just be the least of your worries. Environmental aller...
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Breast Milk for Eczema: Protecting Your Baby's Skin

Curious about the root cause of your baby's itchy rash? The link between feeding choices and your little one's eczema might prompt questions about breastfeeding or other factors affecting their ski...
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Dairy and Eczema: How to Avoid an Eczema Flare

Are you grappling with the discomfort of eczema, constantly navigating flare-ups and itching that seem unrelenting? Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, has a range of diverse triggers, includi...
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How To Treat Eczema on Lower Legs

Do you experience swelling, itching, or sores on your lower legs? If this sounds familiar, you might be one of 15-20 million Americans living with venous stasis dermatitis - a common type of eczema...
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Is your Eczema Worse at Night?

Have you noticed that your eczema tends to get worse at night? If so, you're not alone.  Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people worldwi...
man looking at mold in distress

Can Mold Cause Eczema? 

Mold is a fungus that commonly grows in damp, moist parts of your home. Perhaps you've noticed mold growth bespeckling the base of your shower, the grooves between your kitchen tiles, or the frames...