10 Causes of Eczema
Cause #4: Genetic Disorders
While we have yet to pinpoint the exact cause of eczema, it is thought that it could be down to genetic flaws. Tests have been carried out that have shown a lot of people with eczema have a genetic disposition that inhibits the production of a certain protein.
The protein, filaggrin, helps to form a protective barrier on the skin. This protective barrier helps keep out bacteria and without it, bacteria and other unwelcome microbes are able to find a way in. One response to this invasion is inflammation of the skin, which we recognize as eczema. If diagnosed with eczema you are likely to be asked whether or not there is a history of it in the family to help pinpoint the cause.
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