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Eczema flare-ups-- Still a big question

What Causes Eczema? Generally eczema develops after frequent exposure to a mild irritant like a detergent or a concise exposure to a burly irritant such as acid etc. On the other side, allergic contact eczema builds up when an allergen comes in the contact with skin, like poison ivy and nickel. The exact reason behind its growth is still standing like a big question. Researchers believe that atopic eczema might be a result of blending various factors; these factors include heredity of certain genes, an overactive immune system, or "gaps in the skin". These gaps let the skin lose water too fast and also allow germs to enter the body. Generally Eczema bursts in cold and dry weather. Seborrheic is the other form of eczema that seems to develop when a number of factors interact which may include the person's genes; climate,fungus that live on human skin, stress, and general health. Present forms of Eczema: Atopic Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes itchy, d