When do you refer pediatric patients with eczema to an allergist?

Are there cases where food or environmental allergies significantly worsen eczema in children?

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I refer concerns about immediate-type hypersensitivity symptoms (e.g. anaphylaxis, rhinitis, or asthma) to an allergist. Eczema is delayed-type hypersensitivity from contact with an inorganic or a protein allergen. Many dermatologists and allergists perform extended patch testing for these contribu...

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