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My son has persistent eczema on his legs and body and now its behind his ears and on his face. what can i do to treat it?
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Fragrance free: Few tips: -Moisturizing cream (fragrance FREE) TWICE a DAY, every day. Always within 3 min after bath. -Short baths, warm water, not too hot. Fragrance free soap and shampoo. -100% cotton clothes (in contact with skin) -Detergent: unscented, dye free , Do NOT use softeners -Hydrocortisone 1% cream for a few days, limit to 7-10 days per flare. If not better, see his doctor.
Answered 3/16/2018
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