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Introduction
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Introduction
Epidemiology
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Introduction
Epidemiology
Introduction
Atopic dermatitis is a familial, chronic, relapsing, inflammatory skin disease characterized by intense itching, and dry skin, with inflammation and exudation that commonly presents during early infancy and childhood; however, it can persist or start in adulthood. It is also referred to as atopic eczema, eczema, or neurodermatitis.
Epidemiology
Additionally, the prevalence of atopic dermatitis has been steadily increasing in low- and middle-income countries. In Malaysia, the 12-month prevalence of the disease has risen from 9.5% (1994-1995) to 12.6% (2002-2003), with an increase of 0.49% yearly.