title: Extrinsic factors in atopic eczema.
abstract: The debate over the role of extrinsic allergens in atopic eczema has been enlightened in recent years by some well-controlled studies and improvements in our understanding of conditions which lead to hypersensitivity. This paper reviews some of these findings, which have preventative and therapeutic implications. No attempt is made here to review other aspects of this multifactorial disease, nor to enter into detailed discussion of dietary or allergen avoidance regimens, which have been covered in several recent reviews. Such regimens are not without risk, and require expert supervision.
mesh_terms: D000485:Allergens / Q000276:immunology; D001942:Breast Feeding; D003876:Dermatitis, Atopic / Q000150:complications / Q000209:etiology* / Q000276:immunology; D004032:Diet / Q000009:adverse effects; D005512:Food Hypersensitivity / Q000276:immunology; D006801:Humans; D007073:Immunoglobulin E / Q000032:analysis; D007153:Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes / Q000150:complications
chemical_list: D000485:Allergens; D007073:Immunoglobulin E