Atopic Dermatitis Treatment for atopic eczema can help to ease the symptoms. There's no cure, but many children find their symptoms naturally improve as they get older. The main treatments for Atopic Dermatitis eczema are:
· Emollients (moisturisers) – used every day to stop the skin becoming dry
· Topical corticosteroids – creams and ointments used to reduce swelling and redness during flare-ups
Emollients: Emollients are moisturising treatments applied directly to the skin to reduce water loss and cover it with a protective film. They're often used to help manage dry or scaly skin conditions, such as atopic eczema. In addition to making the skin feel less dry, they may also have a mild anti-inflammatory role and can help reduce the number of flare-ups the patient have.
Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be prescribed in different strengths, depending on the severity of your atopic eczema and the areas of skin affected. They can be:
· very mild (such as hydrocortisone)
· moderate (such as betamethasone valerate and clobetasone butyrate)
· strong (such as a higher dose of betamethasone valerate and betamethasone diproprionate)
· very strong (such as clobetasol proprionate and diflucortolone valterate)
Antihistamines: Antihistamines are a type of medicine that block the effects of a substance in the blood called histamine. They can help relieve the itching associated with atopic eczema. They can either be sedating, which cause drowsiness, or non-sedating.
Bandages and wet wraps: These can either be used over emollients or with topical corticosteroids to prevent scratching, allow the skin underneath to heal, and stop the skin drying out.
Biologic therapy is the most recent option for adults and teens with moderate to severe AD who don’t improve enough with topical steroids or who shouldn’t use them. Biologics are targeted, genetically engineered treatments made from living tissue or cells.
Dupixent (dupilumab), given by injection, is the first biologic approved for AD. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently fast-tracking review of the drug for use in children with severe AD who are age 6 and older.
Other treatments include:
· Topical pimecrolimus or tacrolimus for eczema in sensitive sites not responding to simpler treatment
· Antihistamines for severe itching
· Bandages or special body suits to allow the body to heal underneath
· More powerful treatments offered by a dermatologist (skin specialist)
· Dietary changes: Some foods, such as eggs and cows' milk, can trigger eczema symptoms.
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