Eczema

Common Condition

Chronic skin condition causing itchy, inflamed skin. Common in children but can affect adults. Manageable with proper care.

Related specialists:Dermatologist Skin care clinic

Symptoms

Dry, sensitive skin

Intense itching

Red, inflamed patches

Rough, scaly patches

Oozing or crusting

Swelling

Dark-colored patches

Commonly on face, hands, feet, inside elbows and knees

Worse with scratching

Flares and remissions

Causes

1

Genetics (often runs in families)

2

Immune system dysfunction

3

Environmental triggers

4

Allergens

5

Irritants

6

Dry skin

7

Stress

8

Temperature changes

9

Certain fabrics

10

Often associated with asthma and allergies (atopic triad)

Treatments

Moisturizers (very important)

Topical corticosteroids

Topical calcineurin inhibitors

Dupilumab (severe cases)

Antihistamines for itching

Wet wrap therapy

Phototherapy

Avoiding triggers

Gentle skincare products

Bleach baths (sometimes)

When to See a Doctor

See a doctor if eczema doesn't respond to self-care, is severe, or shows signs of infection (increasing redness, warmth, pus, fever).

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About Eczema

Eczema: Managing Chronic Itchy Skin

Eczema is chronic but manageable. Regular moisturizing, avoiding triggers, and appropriate use of medications can control symptoms. New treatments have transformed care for severe cases.

"Ang eczema ay kontrolado—ang susi ay moisturizer at pag-iwas sa triggers."

Specialists Who Commonly Treat Eczema

Based on related specialties

Royal Aesthetics SM Baliwag

Dermatologist

Baliwag

5.0

SkinTrends Eastwood Branch

Dermatologist

Quezon City

5.0

SkinTrends Complex Branch

Dermatologist

Santa Rosa

5.0

Royal Aesthetics Paranaque

Skin care clinic

Parañaque

5.0

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