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Treating Eczema

Once a diagnosis is made, there are medications that can soothe the redness and irritation. Tar baths, antihistamines, and antibiotics are often used, but these meet with limited success. Topical creams or ointments that contain corticosteroids are frequently prescribed to help control itching.

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Infantile Seborrheic Eczema

Infantile seborrheic eczema is a common condition affecting babies under one year old, the exact cause of which is unknown. Also referred to as cradle cap, it usually starts on the scalp or the diaper area and quickly spreads. Although this type of eczema looks unpleasant, it is not sore or itchy and does not cause the baby to feel uncomfortable or unwell. Normally this type of eczema will clear in just a few months.
The greasy yellow scales look unpleasant but they are not uncomfortable or itchy and will resolve in a number of months. The reason for this is the continuing secretion of the greases seen on a baby right after birth. When this dries up, the scalp will clear. In the meantime, gentle shampooing and massage with warm olive oil will help.

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Basic Treatment for Eczema

The following medications are most commonly used to treat eczema: Antihistamines such as diphenhydramine which is used to help decrease the amount of itching. These medications may cause drowsiness. Some new antihistamines are also available that do not cause drowsiness; Topical steroid creams used to help to decrease the inflammation in the skin, thus decreasing the itching and swelling. Many topical steroids in various strengths are available. Steroids, if overused, are potentially damaging to the skin. Other options include oral antibiotics; oral cyclosporine designed to suppress the immune system; phototherapy; topical immunomodulators which are a new class of drugs for the treatment of eczema. These drugs are used topically to alter the immune response.