Management of Staphylococcus aureus-infected atopic eczema
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This disrupts the vital functions of the skin, which include: Acting as a physical barrier for the body against mechanical and thermal injury, and hazardous substances Helping to regulate the loss of moisture Offering a degree of protection from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation Providing sensory and autonomic functions, i.e. touch Regulating body temperature Acting as an immune organ to detect infections Producing vitamin D Enhancing sociosexual communication.
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