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Suggest Treatment For Atopic Eczema
Dear Doctor, My daughter is 20 year old and she was born and raised here in Saudi. Now she is studying in Kerala and presently on vacation with us in Saudi. She was having childhood atopic eczema. It was completely cured at the age of 13. Now she is having severely, almost all over her body except face and neck. The skin is hardening, blisters, oozing, itching and all kind of problems. Presently she is with us in Saudi on her holidays. The problem was worsened recently. At present what we can do to comfort her maximum. How soon we have to make an appointment to see you. Appreciate your quick response. Thank you
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Wed, 6 May 2015
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Hi,
It is important for your daughter to see a dermatologist or allergist for proper evaluation and treatment of her atopic eczema. In the meantime, to provide comfort, the use of a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer applied to the skin several times a day can help to soothe itching and hydrate the skin.
Avoiding irritants such as harsh soaps or detergents can also be helpful. It is also important to avoid scratching the affected areas, as this can cause further irritation and increase the risk of infection. You should schedule an appointment with a dermatologist or allergist as soon as possible. In the meantime, please consult with a local doctor to get proper guidance.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is important for your daughter to see a dermatologist or allergist for proper evaluation and treatment of her atopic eczema. In the meantime, to provide comfort, the use of a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer applied to the skin several times a day can help to soothe itching and hydrate the skin.
Avoiding irritants such as harsh soaps or detergents can also be helpful. It is also important to avoid scratching the affected areas, as this can cause further irritation and increase the risk of infection. You should schedule an appointment with a dermatologist or allergist as soon as possible. In the meantime, please consult with a local doctor to get proper guidance.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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