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- Treatments for eczema - National Eczema Society
The recommended first-line (basic) treatments for most cases of eczema are emollients and topical steroids Paste bandages and wet wraps may be a helpful addition for some people, particularly where scratching is a major problem
- Information and advice - National Eczema Society
Keeping skin moisturised using emollients (medical moisturisers) is key to managing all types of eczema Topical steroids are the first-line treatment to bring flare-ups under control, and other treatments are available to help manage more severe symptoms
- Phototherapy - National Eczema Society
Phototherapy works by targeting the overactive immune response in the skin, to reduce those itchy, irritated red or darker patches caused by flares If successful, it can improve eczema for a while, but it is not a cure and the eczema may return
- Emollients - National Eczema Society
Understand the importance of emollients in eczema treatment and learn about the different types available to soothe and protect the skin
- Topical steroids - National Eczema Society
Topical steroids are effective treatments for eczema, but like many medicines, they can have side effects including thinning of the skin When used for short treatment bursts as directed by a healthcare professional, and applied to areas of affected skin only, the risk of side effects is small
- Skin pigmentation and eczema - National Eczema Society
Hypo- and hyper-pigmentation are more visible in darker skin types but can occur in any skin type and can be concerning and distressing for anyone with eczema The main way of improving skin pigmentation changes is to treat the underlying eczema and inflammation
- Eczema Treatment Research Pipeline
With up to 70 new drugs in development for atopic eczema, the future holds immense potential We’re witnessing a revolution in how this complex condition is treated, with more options than ever to tailor treatments to individual needs
- Eczema and its Management
Emollients are rst-line eczema treatments, used every day to repair the skin barrier They act by providing an occlusive layer to the skin, which reduces water loss, and some contain humectants (propylene glycol, lactic acid, urea and glycerol), which draw water into the epidermis from the dermis
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