Alergologia Polska - Polish Journal of Allergology

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3/2026 vol. 13
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Skincare regimens, burdens, benefits and adverse effects in adult patients with atopic dermatitis: a questionnaire survey

Anna Czepiel 1
,
Radosław Śpiewak 2

  1. Independent researcher

  2. Institute of Dermatology, Krakow, Poland

Alergologia Polska – Polish Journal of Allergology 2026; 13, 3: 218-227

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5114/pja.2026.164938
Data publikacji online: 2026/10/06
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