associated conditions

Last reviewed 10/2020

  • asthma or hay fever is found in 50% of children with atopic asthma with peak onset at 2 and 8 years respectively
  • allergic rhinitis
  • dry skin - about 20% have icthyosis vulgaris with associated keratosis pilaris and hyperlinear palms
  • contact urticaria - contact with tomatoes, citrus fruits and Marmite frequently induce redness, swelling and itching of the perioral area and cheeks in children
  • cataract, keratoconus
  • food intolerance, food allergy
  • alopecia areata