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Bleach Bath Helps Ease Eczema Pain


Soaking in a bath with a half cup of bleach can reduce the number of flare-up eczema sufferes get.
Source: WBZ

Eczema is a common skin affliction that makes millions of American children miserable. But doctors have found a simple but unusual solution to help ease this painful condition.

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