The skin is the primary physical barrier against harmful substances in the environment. But there is a significant difference in the protective capacity of the skin across individuals. Knowing the ...

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Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patients treated with dupilumab experienced statistically significant improvements in transepidermal water loss.

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