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A 61-year-old female asked:
Is efidel a good treatment for eczema?
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Dr. Vicki Levineanswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
? Elidel (pimecrolimus): I assume this is the medication you mean. If that is the case it is often very good in the treatment of eczema, although it is very expensive.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Are there any skincare products from origins good treatment for eczema?
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Dr. Derrick Lonsdaleanswered
Preventive Medicine 75 years experience
Atopia?: If this is atopic excema the best treatment is oral intake of omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids in your diet. See a nutritionist.
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