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Can ezcema be transferred from parent to offspring?
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Yes: Many conditions have a hereditary component. A common skin condition associated with eczema is called atopic dermatitis, which can run in families. Many such skin disorders are also associated with certain forms of anxiety disorders as well.
Answered 11/2/2012
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