Treatments

Currently, there is no cure for eczema, but the condition is manageable. Treatments typically involve keeping the skin moist and reducing inflammation. A treatment plan may include:

• using emollient creams frequently to relieve dryness and itching
• avoiding scratching
• avoiding triggers, which includes anything that can cause an allergic reaction
• using natural fibers, such as cotton, on the skin
• choosing unfragranced and “soap-free” washing products
• avoiding extremes of temperature
• wet wrap , involving taking lukewarm baths before applying medication and moisturizers to the skin, then wrapping the skin in wet gauze

A doctor may also recommend or prescribe stronger treatments, which can include:

• medicated topical creams and ointments, including corticosteroids
• biologic medicines, such as Dupilumab, which can help in more severe cases in adults and children over the age of 6 years
• phototherapy, which exposes skin to UV light to help reduce inflammation