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Will my child grow out of their eczema?
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Most likely: It is estimated that approximately 15% of children with eczema will continue to have it into adulthood. Majority grow out of it by 10 or 11 years old, or have very mild intermittent flares.
Answered 11/25/2013
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Many improve a lot: Many kids will improve quite a bit as the reach between 3 & school age. Some will continue to have rough skin well into adulthood.
Answered 11/7/2012
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