There is no known cause of eczema, a condition that causes itchy, red and scaly skin. In this video, Darria Long Gillespie, MD, explains how a combination of genetic factors and substances, like soap and pet hair, can trigger a reaction.
Eczema is a chronic allergic skin disorder that runs in families. Experts discuss treatment for eczema symptoms, including red and extremely dry, itchy and irritated skin.
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