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What causes discoid eczema.i am using a mixture of steroidal cream and aqueous cream relieve itching and to control flare ups.

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Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Several: It is usually a hereditary problem but emotional stress and weather changes cause it also.

Answered 5/1/2014

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