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Atopic Dermatitis: Can your child’s eczema cause a food allergy?

Managing your child’s eczema and other allergies can be stressful and tricky, but you are not alone. According to the Guidelines for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis in Singapore, approximately 20.8% of children are affected by eczema. The prevalence of food allergy in children is also estimated to be between 4-5%[1]. Studies have suggested that eczema may have a role to play in the development of food allergies and is associated with other allergic diseases. Understanding atopic dermatitis and possible early interventions may be your key in navigating through your child’s allergies. What parents should know about atopic dermatitis Atopic...