Why have I suddenly got eczema?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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According to reasearch, A combination of genes and triggers are involved in the causation of Eczema. A person with Eczema tends to have an Over-reactive immune system, which when triggered by an allergen, responds by producing inflammation.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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