Childhood Atopic Dermatitis in Taiwan

Publication date: Available online 25 September 2015 Source:Pediatrics & Neonatology Author(s): I-Jen Wang, Jiu-Yao Wang, Kuo-Wei Yeh The prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) appears to have increased dramatically over the past decades. It is generally believed that such rapid increase in prevalence cannot be explained fully by genetic factors. Environmental factors might play a role in such an increment. Children with AD are most likely to suffer considerable school absences, family stress, and health care expenditures. Since the onsets of AD are relatively early in life, identification of early life risk factors and early management for AD to prevent the development of atopic march are of critical importance. However, there is still no consensus on coordinated prevention and management for AD in Taiwan. In this review, we will discuss the specific risk factors of AD and important results of recent articles on AD from Taiwan. The management and prevention strategies of AD for Asian skin were also discussed.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research