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Can i use chlorhexidine for my infected eczema?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not in my opinion: Different bacteria. Please see your pcp.

Dr Enriquez and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Makes no sense : Chlorhexidine is an antibacterial wash. Eczema is an allergic condition with no relation to infection other than secondary infection. If anything, using it may worsen the eczema. See your doctor for proper treatment of eczema.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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