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Atopic Dermatitis<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]ECZEMA<\/strong> is a skin disease. The first sign of Atopic Dermatitis tends to be patches of dry or red, itchy skin. Scratching the skin damages its surface and can worsen the rash.<\/p>\n

Sometimes, eczema is called atopic dermatitis. It usually begins very early in life and is common in infants and young children. Most people who get eczema will have it before they turn five years old. It is rare for Atopic Dermatitis to appear for the first time as an adult.<\/p>\n

Eczema tends to come and go, often without warning. A treatment plan that includes skin care can reduce flare-ups and ease much of the discomfort.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

What Causes Eczema?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]No one knows for sure what causes Atopic Dermatitis. Dermatologists and other scientists are studying possible causes. We do know that eczema is not contagious, and this means that your child did not catch eczema from anyone and cannot give it to anyone.<\/p>\n

Scientists also know that a child is more likely to get eczema if a parent or another family member has eczema, asthma, or hay fever which means that genes may play a role in causing Atopic Dermatitis. Other factors that seem to contribute to a child developing Atopic Dermatitis are living in an urban area and\/or living in a cold or dry climate.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]

How is Eczema Diagnosed?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]A dermatologist can often diagnose Atopic Dermatitis by looking at the child\u2019s skin. The dermatologist will look closely at the dry, scaly patches and\/or rash also may ask some questions, such as when the dry, scaly patches first appeared and whether any close blood relatives have eczema, hay fever, or asthma and this is often all that is necessary to diagnose Atopic Dermatitis.<\/p>\n

If allergy testing is necessary, your dermatologist will tell you.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

What Treatments are Used?<\/h1>[vc_accordion top_margin=”page_margin_top_section” active=”1″ el_position=”last”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Moisturizer or Emollient”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]These products help to decrease dryness and scaling, so the skin feels more comfortable. Applying one of these after bathing and frequently throughout the day can help. Harsh soaps should be avoided.<\/p>\n

Your dermatologist can recommend products to use or avoid.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Phototherapy”][vc_gallery interval=”5″ images=”3765,3766,3767,3768,3769″ img_size=”600×400″ onclick=”” el_position=”first” el_class=”flexNoBorder”][vc_column_text]This is light therapy and may be added to a treatment plan when stronger treatment is needed.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”TREATING WITH PUVA – READ MORE” shape=”square” color=”orange” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdimensionn.com\/alrustom%2Fpuva%2F||”][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Topical anti-inflamatory”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]Applied to the skin, this medicine helps to calm the skin and relieve itching. You can buy some\u00a0of them\u00a0without a prescription. However, since there can be side effects from using too much medicine or using it too often, it is best to see what your dermatologist recommends. Some patients need a prescription-strength corticosteroid.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Antihistamine”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]This medicine may be prescribed when eczema causes severe itching. Constant itching can cause many sleepless nights. Sedating antihistamines can help patients get the sleep they need.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Antibiotic”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]If your child develops an infection, an antibiotic, either taken by mouth or applied to the skin, can kill the bacteria causing the infection.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”35px”][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”70px”]