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What percentage of the epidermis is composed of keratinocytes?
90%
What is the primary function of the cornified outer layer of skin?
To provide an impermeable barrier
What percentage of atopic dermatitis patients will develop asthma or allergies by their third birthday?
50%
What is the primary function of defensins in sweat?
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What is the name of the cells that produce melanin in the epidermis?
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What is the approximate percentage of atopic dermatitis patients with high levels of IgE to common environmental or food allergens?
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What is the result of decreased expression of filaggrin in atopic dermatitis?
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What is the effect of Th2 cell cytokines on antimicrobial peptides?
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What is the role of IgE in atopic dermatitis?
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What is the effect of physiological stress on lipid production?
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What is the role of staphylococcus aureus superantigens?
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What is a treatment option for mild atopic dermatitis?
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