Who Is at Risk of Dyshidrotic Eczema?
While dyshidrotic eczema can affect people of any age group, it is more prevalent in people between 20 and 40 years old. It is rare to occur in children. Women are twice as likely to develop the disease as men. Certain genetic factors also play a role. Therefore, people with a family history of the condition have a higher change of experiencing it. Some other factors that may increase the risk of dyshidrotic eczema include:
– Having another form of eczema
– Having a history of contact dermatitis or seasonal allergies
– Receiving intravenous immunoglobulin therapy
– Having asthma
– Having a history of exposures to cement, which may contain nickel and cobalt
– Working as a metalworker or mechanic [4]
