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Early signs of eczema, food allergies may appear on infants' skin

The first clues that a baby may develop eczema or food allergies could be hiding in the microscopic organisms living on their skin, according to a study led by researchers in Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine.

Early signs of eczema, food allergies may appear on infants' skin

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