Eczema In Infants: A Starting Point For Allergies and Asthma

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Doctors have learned that childhood allergies and asthma may have their start in dry, dysfunctional skin in infancy, when allergens such as food particles enter the body through cracks in the skin. A noted pediatric allergist discusses this ”atopic march” and ways to combat it.

Guests:

Dr. Donald Leung, Head, Pediatric Allergy Division, National Jewish Health, Denver