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The genetics of atopic dermatitis.
Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology - 1 Oct 2002
Cookson William O C M, Moffatt Miriam F
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Atopic dermatitis is typified by itchy, inflamed skin. It is increasingly common in the developed world and is a major cause of morbidity in infants and young children. Most children with the disease have high levels of immunoglobulin E and many have concomitant asthma. The cause of the disease is unknown, but it is highly heritable. Identification of the genes and genetic variants underlying...
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