steroid creams and ointments ( topical steroids) – used for a few weeks at a time to reduce irritation and soreness Avoid moisturisers containing fragrance, plant or food products (eg vegetable, nut or olive oils) as these may disrupt the skin barrier and sensitise the skin leading to food allergies. Appropriate moisturizing and skin care are paramount strategies in the effective management of eczema.

This can happen immediately after using the drops or ointment and usually only lasts a few minutes. Common side effects for nose drops Children with eczema require optimal everyday skin management regardless of the appearance of their skin Children with eczema must bathe daily and have moisturisers applied at least twice per day top-to-toe . This should continue even when the skin is clear. Topical steroids (see appendix below) are required once or twice daily until the skin is completely clear to reduce skin inflammation. See a GP if you have symptoms of atopic eczema. They'll usually be able to diagnose atopic eczema by looking at your skin and asking:Cool compresses (cloth or towel soaked in water and/or bath oil) should be used on the face or to provide immediate relief of itch before wet dressings H Bepanthene ® Eczema διακόπτει το φαύλο κύκλο κνησμού-ξυσίματος και επανορθώνει τον διαταραγμένο επιδερμικό φραγμό της πάσχουσας επιδερμίδας. 1-2

If the blisters leak fluid, a GP may suggest soaking your skin in potassium permanganate solution. This helps dry the blisters and reduces the risk of them getting infected.

People with atopic eczema usually have periods when symptoms are less noticeable, as well as periods when symptoms become more severe (flare-ups). When to seek medical advice