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Eczema, are there steroid cream alternatives?

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes many: See your doctor for a discussion regarding what the alternatives for your skin condition include. Eczema affects many areas of the skin and scalp and there are different treatments available according to your particular situation.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/29/2016

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