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Eczema Eumovate
What treatments can a dermatologist prescribe for eczema that a GP cant?
I have really severe eczema that's flared up considerably over the past few months, and its gotten so bad that I've had to suspend my studies at University because of the pain and discomfort it causes me. My GP prescribed me Eumovate Ointment for it, but it's had little effect on it and it keeps coming back, so she referred me to a dermatologist, and I have an appointment next week.
What I want to know is what a dermatologist can do about my skin. I'm really worried that when I go to see them, they'll do a test or something and tell me to come back later for treatment. My eczema has been affecting my life considerably and I just want it over with.
Legally, a GP and a dermatologist can prescribe the same meds. However, since we see the skin conditions on a daily basis, we tend to have a better "feel" for what meds work best in different situations, different skin types, different body parts, etc. I frequently will see patients, such as you, who were treated by their GP, and with very minor (but important) changes, the eczema is controlled within a matter of a few days. Depending upon what your eczema looks like to your dermatologist, he may or may not want to do some patch testing on you, but not until your skin is improved.
How to Cure or Treat Eczema Naturally
Cure/Treat Eczema Naturally
Eczema is a skin disease that include dryness and recurring skin rashes that are characterized by redness, swelling, itching and dryness, crusting, flaking and blistering.
Though there are various treatments like steroid creams, immunomodulators and immunosuppressants such as Eumovate/Betnovate/Hydrocortisone or Elidel/Douglan/Protopic or Cyclosporine/Azathioprine/Methotrexate/Prednisone, these treatments have varying side effects from Thinning the skin to Glaucoma to Cancer.
Itchy/Dry Skin
First the itchiness and dryness of the skin has to be subsided by either applying anti-itch drugs and moisturizers.
Oatmeal can be applied to reduce the redness, itchiness and dryness of skin without any side effects.
Do's and Don'ts
- Do not use harsh detergents or drying soaps, always look for unscented and hypoallergenic ones
- Choose a soap that has an oil or fat base
- Patch test your soap choice, by using it only on a small area until you are sure of its results
- Use a non-soap based cleanser - Oatmeal with honey can be a good cleanser
- Use soap sparingly, natural ones such as mudpack are great and they do not cause any allergic reactions
- Avoid using washcloths, sponges, or loofahs, or anything that will abrade the skin
- Use soap only on areas where it is necessary
- Soap up only at the very end of your bath
- Use a fragrance-free barrier-type moisturizer such as petroleum jelly before drying off
- Use care when selecting lotion, soap, or perfumes to avoid suspected allergens; ask your doctor for recommendations
- Never rub your skin dry, or else your skin's oil/moisture will be on the towel and not your body; pat dry instead. Apply pure coconut oil to improve skin
- Avoid foods that you are allergic to
- Do not scratch your rash, it will further worsen the condition. Instead apply soothing moisturizers and apply anti-itch medicines prescribed by your Doctor
Sulphur rich Hot Springs
In ancient days, sulphur rich hot spring water is used to treat eczema. This is found to be a very effective treatment.
Home treatment for Eczema is much better than the medicines that bring lots of side effects. To know more home treatments, read this guide
About the Author
Jennifer Parker is a yoga instructor and a health & fitness expert
