Chemical pollutants may increase eczema risk due to skin bacteria alteration, says new research.

Chemical pollutants may alter skin bacteria and increase eczema risk, according to new research. Eczema rates in industrialized countries began rapidly rising around 1970, and factors such as diets rich in processed foods, exposure to specific detergents, and chemicals are known to increase the risk of developing eczema. The study aims to explore how pollutants contribute to these trends.

April 22, 2024
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