dermatitis

It could also pave the way for a better understanding of the pathological mechanisms underlying certain skin diseases, such as psoriasis or atopic dermatitis.

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic disease that causes dry, itchy skin.

This strategy could also be adapted to treat other autoimmune skin diseases such as vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis, the researchers say.

Those affected often have other allergic conditions such as hay fever, asthma, allergic conjunctivitis and dermatitis.

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, affects up to one in four children in Ireland.