DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sajb.2024.v12i11.001

Pages: 382-390

Eczema is common in childhood, with a prevalence of approximately 15% in Western industrialized countries. The objective of this review study was to explore the updates of the literature towards childhood eczema triggers. To achieve this objective, the research team employed the main research engines including Science direct, Pub Med, Google Scholar, Springers, and others. This review included several topics such as biological and environmental factors leading to eczema. The cited literature showed that childhood eczema is a world-wide problem. Therapeutic options are varied among individuals. Food and environmental factors are important factors that participate in the development of eczema.