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Eczema is an inflammatory skin reaction characterized by itching, redness, scaling and papulo-vesicular rash. Eczema can be induced by both internal and external factors acting either singly or in combination.

Natural Treatment for eczema

Bath

To minimize skin irritation, use lukewarm water and have short baths.

Mild soap-free cleansers may be used as these will remove dirt, excess oil, bacteria and cosmetics without damaging the skin barrier.

Avoid perfumed soaps and bubble baths.

Moisturizers

The basic problem for an eczematic skin is its lowered ability to retain moisture.

It is therefore very important to keep skin moist by applying moisturizer, preferably lotion immediately after bath.

Avoid skin irritants

Proper identification of the allergen and conscious avoidance of those will help in preventing exacerbations.

Some of the common triggers are food (peanuts, milk, egg, soya beans, and seafood), metals (nickel, chrome, in jeweler), rubber and latex products, house dust mites, moulds pollen and animal dander.

Medical Treatment for eczema

Investigations such as patch testing RAST, serum allergy profile are done to help detect allergens

Topical mild to moderate steroids in acute and chronic cases

Topical Immunomodulators: Tacrolimus Primecrolimus

Emollients

Anti-histamines

Antibiotics/antivirals in cases of secondary infections