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What can i do for dyshidrotic eczema? i have it on my feet and fingers i have used topical steroids and they do not help much what else can i do? i've tried antihistamine everyday also but still no luck

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Dr. Ronald Oberman answered

May need oral meds: Consult with dermalogist or podiatrist. Needs to be evaluated.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/19/2012

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Follow up : With dermatologist. Sometimes oral steroids are used, sometimes Elidel (pimecrolimus) (though not recommended for long term use.).

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 4/26/2015

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A member asked:

What can i do for dyshidrotic eczema? i have it on my feet and fingers i have used topical steroids and they do not help much what else can i do? i've tried antihistamine everyday also but still no luck

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Oberman answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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