i HATE eczema!! T.T`_
had this wonderful diagnosis last year which almost drove me crazy with all the itchy scratchy stuff. and on well.. its a CHRONIC skin disorder which is NOT contagious! T.T lots of different strengths of steriod laying around at home and the 1.50bucks per antihistamines pill each night. T.T
Treatment of ECZEMA:
-Eczema is a chronic disease that cannot be cured. Long intervals without skin eruptions may be possible with general dry skin care and medical treatment if necessary.
-Brief daily baths or showers with lukewarm water (not hot) should be taken and a mild soap should be used. (Specific products may be recommended by a physician or pharmacist.)
-Hot tubs and long, hot showers should be avoided.
-After bathing, the skin should be patted dry and a moisturizer applied.
-A moisturizer should be applied at least twice a day all year round. Multiple daily applications may be necessary during periods of active disease. Petroleum jelly should not be used. (Specific products may be recommended by a physician or pharmacist.)
-A cool-mist humidifier may be used in the bedroom. The humidifier should be kept clean at all times. (i dun hav tt?!)
-Clothing and bedding should be washed in a mild detergent.
-For children and infants, keep their nails trimmed short to minimize damage from scratching.
-Topical coal tar preparations, oral antihistamines and topical corticosteroids (short term) may all be used to treat the symptoms of the eczema rash without a prescription. (Specific products may be recommended by a physician or pharmacist.)
-Stronger medications may be prescribed and oral corticosteroids may be prescribed as a last resort.
well i better follow as it says!
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