Eczema cost-effectiveness of therapy

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1], Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:  Edzel Lorraine Co, D.M.D., M.D.

## Overview

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The economic impact of eczema causes a burden to patients suffering from this disease. A recent study showed that an average of $274 ($199 indirect cost, and $75 direct cost) is spent by each patient for eczema.

## Cost-effectiveness of Therapy

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* The economic impact of eczema causes a burden to patients suffering from this disease.
* An average of $274 is usually spent by each patient for eczema.[1]

## References

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1. ↑ Filanovsky MG, Pootongkam S, Tamburro JE, Smith MC, Ganocy SJ, Nedorost ST (2016). "The Financial and Emotional Impact of Atopic Dermatitis on Children and Their Families". J Pediatr. 169: 284–90.e5. doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2015.10.077. PMID 26616249.CS1 maint: Multiple names: authors list (link)