The first step to treating eczema is to get a proper diagnosis. Once it has been diagnosed, lifestyle changes such as managing stress, refraining from taking long and hot showers, and using gentle moisturizers can help to prevent symptoms.
In addition, corticosteroid creams, antihistamines, light therapy, and medications that work on the immune system can help to minimize symptoms if they do occur.
The team at Allergy and Asthma Consultants will work with you to create a plan of care that fits with your lifestyle, helping you achieve more radiant and clear skin.
Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis, is a common rash treated by dermatologists. Eczema can start in early childhood but can affect any age group. Eczema is seen on the skin as red, flaky patches of dry skin. It can be extremely itchy and can have a strong negative impact of quality of life.
Many treatments exist for eczema. Use of a mild soap and a good moisturizing cream after every shower or bath is helpful. Prescription topical therapies include topical steroids and calcineurin inhibitors. Occasionally, patches of eczema may become infected, requiring antibiotics. For moderate-severe eczema which does not respond to topical treatment, there are oral and injectable options as well.
Eczema can affect patients at any age and can be quite troublesome for both the patient and their caretakers. Red, rough skin covered in bumps can make anyone feel insecure and frustrated. Thankfully, eczema can be treated by the knowledgeable providers at Levy Dermatology.
While there isn’t a cure for eczema, medications can safely and effectively treat eczema throughout the face and body. The treatment for eczema may include topical medications, oral medications, or a combination of both. At Levy Dermatology, we use the latest, most advanced techniques and medications to treat a variety of skin conditions including eczema. The Levy Dermatology Providers are trained to identify and address all of your concerns whether they’re aesthetic or medical.
Although there is no cure for eczema, there are effective treatments. Dr. Mash will begin by relieving and preventing 'itching,' since the itching can lead to infection. She will recommend lotions and/or creams to keep the skin moist, since eczema makes skin dry, leading to the itch. In addtion, she will often recommend creams that will contain hydrocortisone 1% cream, or prescription creams and ointments containing corticosteroids. If an area is infected, she will introduce antibiotics to kill the infection-causing bacteria.
Other treatments may include antihistamines to lessen severe itching, tar treatments (chemicals designed to reduce itching), phototherapy (therapy using ultraviolet light applied to the skin), and the drug cyclosporine for people whose condition doesn't respond to other treatments.
If more potent drugs are necessary, Dr. Mash will discuss the options with you.
Source: Vivacare
Last updated : 2/10/2023