Tag: atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Common Skin Bacterium Puts Children with Severe Eczema at Higher Risk...
Young children with severe eczema infected with staphylococcus aureus run a higher risk of developing a food allergy.
What We Learned from the Karanbir Cheema Inquest
Myriad failings came together leading to Karan's death. Here are a few glaring issues that must be addressed arising from testimony at the inquest.
Study: Scratching Starts Cascade of Immune Responses That Lead to Food...
Researchers may have solved the puzzle of how eczema leads to increased risk of developing food allergies.
Must See: ‘ViewFinder: Food for Thought – Food Allergies’
This documentary should be required viewing for everyone as the food allergy epidemic has affected so many in the community.
AAP Clinical Report Highlights Early Introduction of Peanut-Based Foods to Prevent...
The American Academy of Pediatrics updates a clinical report that explores how maternal and infant nutrition affect development of infant allergies.
FDA Approves Dupixent® (dupilumab) for Moderate-to-severe Atopic Dermatitis in Adolescents
Therapy targets the IL-4/IL-13 pathway, a key driver of the allergic or type 2 inflammation that underlies atopic dermatitis.
Scientists Identify Unique Subtype of Eczema Linked to Food Allergy
Children with both conditions have abnormal skin near eczema lesions, NIH-funded research finds.
Study: Diaper Dermatitis Lasting Longer Than 1 Month May Indicate Food...
A retrospective chart review was conducted of pediatric patients with a diagnosis of persistent diaper dermatitis between August 2015 and November 2017.
Probiotic Gives Long-Standing Protection Against Childhood Eczema, Study Finds
Giving a probiotic supplement to pregnant mothers and their infants significantly reduces the chances of a child developing eczema for the first 11 years of their life, researchers have shown.
Severe Eczema May Best Be Treated by Allergy Shots
Significant benefits seen in one medically challenging case.
