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Eczema.

J Peters
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Eczema is a multifactorial disease that needs a combination of therapies to improve the quality of life for those suffering its symptoms. This article shows how to recognise the different types of eczema, details possible triggers and gives treatment options.

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J Peters. Eczema.. https://doi.org/10.7748/ns2000.01.14.16.49.c2736

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