Childhood Eczema and Hay Fever Leads to Adult Allergic Asthma, Study Finds

Children who have eczema, particularly when occurring with hay fever, are nine times more likely to develop allergic asthma in their 40s, a new study reveals. According to the authors, "The implications of this study are that prevention and rigorous treatment of childhood eczema and hay fever may prevent the persistence and development of asthma.". . read more.