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Patients & Consumers Allergic Conditions: Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis is a chronic or recurrent atopic inflammatory skin disease that usually begins in the first few years of life. It is often the initial clinical manifestation of an atopic predisposition, with many children later developing asthma and/or allergic rhinitis (hayfever).
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Please visit an allergist for more information on allergic disease and your individual medical condition. If you need to locate an allergist/immunologist in your area, visit the AAAAI's online Physician Referral Directory.
Page last updated: December 2004
An allergist/immunologist is the best-qualified medical professional to diagnose and treat allergic skin conditions. To locate an allergist in your area, visit the AAAAI's Physician Referral Directory.
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