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Is hydrocortisone cream effective in treating eczema in babies?

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Yes : The otc 1% is safe for short term use.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/2/2015

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Hi my name is Xavier and 23 i guess I had too much friction on the penis so I'm assuming it is eczema literally on the penis so I did my research and wanna to purchase hydrocortisone cream at Walmart so is this a good idea for me ? Like a rash , itch?

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I have a small flaky red round rash on my left breast. Ive put zinc cream, and hydrocortisone on it, but it doesnt seem to get any better. I was thinking it was contact dermatitis or breast eczema. It wouldnt be cancer could it??

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