November 12, 2019

Atopic Dermatitis More Severe in African Americans & Asians

Clinicians should be aware of the differing severity and presentation of atopic dermatitis (AD) in African Americans. The frequency of atopic dermatitis is increasing, and is more common among Blacks, Asians, and Pacific Islanders. [Desai 2009] In fact, eczema is the second most frequent skin disease in African Americans. [Silverberg 2013] In the US, African...

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