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## Background: Prevalence data for atopic eczema based on a dermatological examination have not so far been available for east and west germany. possible differences in the proportions of extrinsic and intrinsic types of eczema, and how far these could explain differences in the prevalence of eczema, need to be clarified. ## Objectives: To compare the prevalence of atopic eczema in pre-school children between different locations in east and west germany, and over a period of 7 years, at three time points. additionally, to determine the proportions of intrinsic and extrinsic types of eczema by taking skin prick test reactivity into account. ## Methods: Repeated cross-sectional studies in 1991, 1994 and 1997 in 5-6-year-old pre-school children at five different locations in west germany (n = 2075) and six in east germany (n = 1926) were carried out. individuals with eczema were identified by an examination performed by physicians of the department of dermatology. in addition, a skin prick test and a standardized questionnaire were used. ## Results: The overall prevalence of atopic eczema in these children was 10.4%. at all three times of investigation (1991, 17.5% vs. 11.2%; 1994, 12

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Author

T. Schäfer; U. Krämer; D. Vieluf; D. Abeck; H. Behrendt; J. Ring

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Published

2000

Language

EN

Field

Medicine (Health Sciences)