Causes of Eczema (atopic)

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Atopic eczema is a condition where inherited factors are important . These inherited factors make you more sensitive to allergens in the environment and increase the risk of developing eczema, asthma or hay fever.

Atopic eczema has become more common in recent years, the cause of this is uncertain.

There are also a number of factors may trigger an eczema flare-up, these include specific allergies to foods, overheating, secondary infection, wool next to the skin, cat and dog fur, soaps, detergents, house dust mites and pollen. Extreme hot and cold, humidity (moisture in the area), and hormonal changes in women (caused by the menstrual cycle and pregnancy) can also cause a flare-up.