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Atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis

Neurodermitis·Also: atopische Dermatitis, atopisches Ekzem

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin disease that occurs in flare-ups, with dry, inflamed and intensely itchy skin. It often starts in childhood and is related to allergies.

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