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My 3 yr old has eczema since i've tried putting her cream she got prescribed but its not helping and is getting white spots in her skin ? help
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Eczema: For eczema you need to use moisturizers like cerave cream which is over the counter 2-6 times a day. Non-steroidals include topical Protopic or Elidel (pimecrolimus) which are very effective at treating eczema. See your dermatologist for a different topical medication.
Answered 6/30/2014
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