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| Eczema Prevention | It is also quite possible, that people, who suffer from asthma and some other kinds of allergies, such as hay fever, etc. may have eczema. Moreover, one is more likely to have eczema, if there is a family history of this health condition.
As a rule the doctor prescribes topical or oral antibiotics in order to kill the infection causing bacteria. And it is necessary to point out, that one of the most crucial eczema treatment routine components is the scratching prevention. Eczema is usually dry and itchy, this is why the application of creams or lotions, which help to keep the skin as moist as possible, because eczema is usually dry and itchy condition. Alternative to nonprescription corticosteroids may include more potent prescription corticosteroid ointments and creams, which are rather effective, though may have some side effects. In order to avoid these possible side effects, the do tor may limit the length of the treatment period and locations, where the treatment should be applied.
The preventive measures may consist of:
 Brushing the skin with the palms of the hands in rapid way, or gently patting the skin with a towel after taking a bath;
Using only some certain kinds of soaps or synthetic detergents. Only mild soaps, which clean without excessively removing skin’s natural oils, should be applied;
Sealing in moisture with an oil or cream, while the skin is still being damp. Special attention should be paid to the areas of back, legs, arms and the sides of the body;
Applying soap only in the areas, where it is extremely necessary;
Never rubbing the skin dry, otherwise the skin’s moisture gets all on the towel and not on the body;
Avoid making scratches, while itching. In case if it is not possible to stop, gentle rubbing with the flat of the hand should be applied, which is less likely to make any damage.
Avoid being exposed to strong detergents and / or chemicals. In most cases all biological agents should be avoided being used.
Eczema treatment may consist of:
 Antihistamines application, which are prescribed with the aim of the inflammation and itching reduction;
Keeping the skin as moist as possible with the help of different ointments and lotions, in order to reduce the eczema’s signs and symptoms;
Using mild neutral soaps and trying to avoid bubble baths;
Using topical ointments for oozing or extremely itchy lesions, including those, which are mild anti – itching and / or topical steroids;
Using oral steroids, for example prednisone in case of severe eczema or inflammation;
Using some steroid ointment or cream, with the help of which the flare – ups are possible to calm down.
In some severe eczema cases using even skin wraps and / or antibiotics.
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