Learn More About Eczema Treatment
Symptoms of eczema can be persistent, but with the right plan of care, patients can effectively minimize and manage these symptoms. Florida Dermatology Specialists treats eczema and other skin conditions to provide patients with clear, healthy skin.
Eczema Causes
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a condition that causes dry, itchy and inflamed rashes to develop on the skin. These symptoms most often appear on the arms and legs, but can develop anywhere on the body. Although children are most commonly affected, eczema affects all age groups and is a chronic condition that flares up intermittently. Eczema flares can have many causes, including:
Eczema Treatments
Eczema cannot be cured, so treatment is focused on managing symptoms of eczema and preventing flare ups. In most cases, patients who can identify what triggers their flare ups can make great progress by avoiding those triggers. Other treatment strategies include keeping the skin moisturized and using topical medications to manage symptoms. At times, patients may require light therapy or systemic medications.
