When do you refer pediatric patients with eczema to an allergist?
Are there cases where food or environmental allergies significantly worsen eczema in children?
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Dermatology · Case Western Reserve University
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I refer concerns about immediate-type hypersensitivity symptoms (e.g. anaphylaxis, rhinitis, or asthma) to an allergist.
Eczema is delayed-type hypersensitivity from contact with an inorganic or a protein allergen. Many dermatologists and allergists perform extended patch testing for these contribut...
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