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Eczema

A chronic inflammatory skin condition causing dry, itchy, inflamed patches of skin.

10 remedies

What it feels like

Dry, sensitive skin

Intense itching, especially at night

Red or brownish-grey patches

Small raised bumps that may weep fluid when scratched

Thickened, cracked, or scaly skin

When to get help

See a doctor if eczema is widespread, affects sleep or quality of life, shows signs of infection such as oozing or fever, or does not respond to over-the-counter treatments.

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Topical Tacrolimus (Protopic)

Pharma · Strong

Colloidal Oatmeal Baths

Natural · Moderate

Food Trigger Elimination

Dietary · Moderate

Wet Wrapping Therapy

Lifestyle · Moderate

Dilute Bleach Baths

Natural · Moderate

Thick Emollient Moisturiser

Natural · Very strong

Vitamin D Supplementation

Natural · Moderate

Probiotics (Lactobacillus rhamnosus)

Natural · Limited

Dupilumab (Dupixent)

Pharma · Very strong

Hydrocortisone 1% Cream

Pharma · Very strong

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