The Eczema Guide
If you’ve got eczema, its ever-present itch may have you thinking you know it inside out. But what’s behind the itch? Let's learn about causes, care tips, and more.
Treating Eczema
While unfortunately there is no be-free “cure” for eczema, there are still ways that eczema can be treated on a deeper level than day to day to maintenance. Let’s explore a few of these methods here.
Topical Corticosteroids
Topical corticosteroids are a cornerstone in managing eczema, working to reduce inflammation and immune responses in the skin, providing relief from symptoms like redness, itching, and swelling.
Key Takeaways
- Helps manage moderate to severe eczema cases, rather than mild
- Provides quick relief
- Reduces swelling & suppresses allergic reaction
- Only suitable for limited-term use (often no more than ~2 weeks)
Eczema Clothing
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Key Takeaways
- Polymer coating mimics the top layer of skin, jumpstarting its healing mechanism
- Lightweight, breathable fabric that’s comfy to sleep in
- Regulates body temperature by holding & releasing moisture as needed
- Reduces itching & soothes flare ups
Immunosuppressants
Immunosuppressant treatments are often used for moderate-to-severe eczema, particularly when topical therapies are insufficient. These treatments work by dampening the overactive immune response that drives eczema symptoms like inflammation, itching, and skin damage.
Examples
Systemic Corticosteroids | Calcineurin Inhibitors | Biologic Therapies | Cyclosporine | Methotrexate
Key Takeaways
- Generally for more severe areas or cases (when topical treatments or lifestyle changes don’t work)
- Require careful monitoring by a careful healthcare professional due to side effects
- Sometimes are used in combination with other treatment type
Phototherapy
Phototherapy, or light therapy, uses ultraviolet (UV) light to treat moderate-to-severe eczema when first-line treatments (e.g., topical corticosteroids) are insufficient. It is especially effective in managing chronic eczema and reducing flare-ups.
Key Takeaways
- Helpful in cases when topical treatments fail
- Reduces redness, itching, and overall inflammation with fewer systemic side effects
- Promotes skin healing by improving pro-inflammatory & anti-inflammatory cytokine imbalance
- Requires multiple weekly sessions to maintain
- Increased risk of skin cancer & premature aging