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1yr old twins . have blotchy rash. same soap/lotion since birth. can they now be allergic now? no food changes. using hydrocortisone cream

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: The children may have atopic dermatitis and even though there has been no food changes, food allergy can be acquired through direct skin contact if AD is the issue. Talk to your doctor and consider seeing an allergist.

Answered 7/29/2014

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