Published On: May 15, 2023
Last Updated On: Sep 18, 2023
You ask, they answer. From the National Eczema Association, this is Eczema Answered, where wold-class experts answer your question about eczema.
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This episode of Eczema Answered was created in partnership with EczemaWise.
Here’s what you asked: “How can I find out if laundry detergent is making me flare? What ingredients do I look out for when purchasing laundry detergent?”
Dr. Jeff Yu is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship trained pediatric dermatologist specializing in allergic contact dermatitis and occupational dermatitis in adults and children. He practices at Mass General Hospital for Children.
Do you have a question about eczema that you want answered? Email us at podcast@nationaleczema.org.
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