What causes aczema and what is the best way to treat the condition?

1% Hydrocortisone cr: With mild to moderate eczema, many people use Hydrocortisone 1% cream (a thin coat on the rash, twice a day, for 5-10 days). The cream is inexpensive, available at all stores, and works well. A daily moisturizing cream used 2-4 times a day helps to heal eczema and to prevent return of the rash. Examples: cetaphil, cerave, eucerin. A doctor can check to confirm that a rash is indeed eczema.

Eczema: Can be caused by excessive dryness, which can occur when hands are too frequently washed, or stay wet. There is sometimes an association with a history of allergies. Your doctor or a dermatologist can lead you through a good treatment regimen