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I never had eczema as a child . now i have a rash i was told it was that. can you get eczema for the first time as an adult?
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Yes: Yes see dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options.
Answered 3/20/2013
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Yes: Depends if you have allergies, you can develop eczema. You can also have eczema from a contact allergy. Best is to get tested to determine the source of your problems, consult an allergist.
Answered 3/20/2013
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Adult onset, yes ...: Eczema is a condition of red itchy skin. It is probably an inherited deficiency in Fillagrin which leads to impaired barrier function (a longstanding tendency to dry skin) and increased sensitvity to irritants. Most cases (80%) develop in childhood, but not all. Stress, hormonal changes, dietary factors may all impact on the condition. See http://patient.info/doctor/atopic-dermatitis-and-eczema
Answered 10/1/2016
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