Question 1

how does a person get eczema?

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Inherited: Eczema is generally inherited.  There is usually family history for eczema, asthma or hayfever, together we call atopy.  These three conditions are essentially the same condition but in different systems: skin, airways or sinuses.

Question 2

what is a good eczema ointment?

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Depends: It depends on the severity of the eczema -- generally you want to use the weakest medicine that will fix the problem.  If you have fissures (cracks) in the skin, creams can sting, ointments (vaseline-like) work better.  Strength ranges from Hydrocortisone (over the counter) to very strong prescription meds.

Question 3

what is eczema a risk factor for?

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Eczema can lead to::   Cellulitis, Hay Fever, Group A strep, Dry scalp, Staph Infection.

Question 4

what is a good way to cure eczema?

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can treat but not : Eczema can be treated by using moiturusers, steroid creams, or macrolide immune suppressants like Protopic some times combined with anti itch meds, and you can control eczema.
Some children and adults get the rash due to allergies to certain foods and you can advice the patients to tay oof these foods as well 
acute flare ups have to be treated aggressively some times.

Question 5

what is a good solution for eczema?

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Good Skin Hygiene: Avoid long hot showers and harsh and drying cleansers. Apply fragrance-free moisturizer like Vanicream, Cetaphil or Eucerin. Use at least twice a day. For eczema flares, apply prescription strength corticosteroid ointments to problem areas twice a day until clear. Wet dressings (wet wraps) with Aquaphor at night and chlorine baths if more severe.

Question 6

what to do about a eczema problem.?

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Good Skin Hygiene: Avoid long hot showers and harsh/drying cleansers. Apply fragrance-free moisturizer like Vanicream. Use at least twice a day. For eczema flares, apply prescription strength corticosteroid ointments to problem areas twice a day until clear. See Allergist or Dermatologist if symptoms persist despite proper moisturization.

Question 7

how can you treat eczema for a child?

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Skin care: Skin care is key for treatment of eczema in children. Since the skin is extremely dry, frequent use of moisturizing cream is needed along with mild non-drying soap or cleanser. Inflamed areas can be treated with topical steroid creams. If itching persists an oral antihistamine may be used. A visit to the allergist can help identify triggers and manage the treatment regimen.

Question 8

what's a good way to cure eczema fast?

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Protect: Avoid things that make you break out, soaps & wetness. Wash your hands only when necessary. Wear gloves when needed. Wear clothes made of cotton. Bathe only with a small amount of mild unscented soap, such as dove. Keep the water temperature cool or warm, not hot. Use the medicine your doctor gave you. Use a plain moisturizer daily. Avoid scratching or rubbing the itchy area. Manage stress.

Question 9

is there a pill i can take for eczema?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Claritin (loratadine) (or other anti-histamines) can help relieve the itching associated with eczema, but wont help with the eczema itself.  The mainstay of eczema treatment is moisturizing lotions and avoidance of triggers.

Question 10

is there a natural way to treat eczema?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Flaxseed oil and zinc will help eczema in many people.

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