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What are the principle aims of treatment?
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1. Get rid of it.
2. Stop it coming back. |
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First-line treatment:
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avoid irritants (e.g. soaps, detergents)
moisturisers topical corticosteroids |
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What are the instructions regarding ointment?
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Messy and sticky
Put on at nighttime Use even if the skin is dry or cracked. |
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What is a potential complication of topical corticosteroids?
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Thinning of the skin.
Have rest periods (e.g. after 3 weeks). |
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When can one stop using topical corticosteroids?
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Smooth skin
Not red Back to normal |
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What is the danger of using topical corticosteroids in small children?
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Systemic absorption.
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What changes can be made to surroundings to maintain absence of eczema?
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No long hot showers
No soap Don't wash too often Reduce heaters Use less doonas Continue with moisturisers |
