It certainly was for me. From the age of 3 months I had severe eczema/rhinitis plus asthma from about seven years old. The only treatment was antibiotics for resulting chest infections.
I am now 60 and have suffered only asthma since undergoing allergy shots for dust mites, pollens/grasses. Asthma is comfortably controlled by steriods.
However, I have now come full circle and have a violently itchy rash on both arms, which high doses of prednisone controls to some extent. When I stop the prednisone it comes back.
Parents, look out for kids with eczema and get them to a dermatoligist. It really is a handicap for a child and I believe it leads to asthma. It did with me.
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I am 55 years old. About 2 months ago, I developed eczema on my right elbow. Just a small spot right a the point of the elbow. Never had this before in my life. Last week I had my first ever asthma attack. Very scary situation! Definitely seems to be a correlation between the 2.
Yes, I would guess you are living proof of that fact. I have both as well. Please be sure to stay in touch with your doctor to develop a treatment plan that will keep both diseases under control, won't you?
Best,
Kathi