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Eczema may not be a life-threatening condition, but it is life altering. Learn how people can manage eczema by avoiding triggers and treating flare-ups.
Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, cortisone, hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory medicines, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, high potency steroids, low potency steroids, medium potency steroids, topical corticosteroid, corticosteroid, mild eczema, moderate eczema, severe eczema, antihistamine, osteonecrosis, hypertension, itchy, itchy skin, cradle cap, dry skin, scales, scaly skin
Alleviating the symptoms of eczema is important for people who suffer with this skin condition. Steroid therapies have been a great help, but their long-term use does present problems. Learn what this treatment involves, and find out about new non-steroidal approaches.
Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, cortisone, hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory medicines, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, high potency steroids, low potency steroids, medium potency steroids, topical corticosteroid, corticosteroid, mild eczema, moderate eczema, severe eczema
There are a variety of different treatments that can help control eczema. The therapies can come as creams, ointments or even as pills. However, not all therapies are right for all patients. The age of the patient, the area of the body that is affected, the length of treatment necessary, and the lifestyle and needs of a patient will influence treatment decisions. Learn how to make the decisions about what treatment is right for you.
Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, cortisone, hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory medicines, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, adrenal gland, high potency steroids, low potency steroids, medium potency steroids, topical corticosteroid, corticosteroid, mild eczema, moderate eczema, severe eczema, antihistamine, osteonecrosis, hypertension, itchy skin, dry skin, itchy, cradle cap, scales, scaly skin
Millions of people suffer from the skin condition eczema marked by red, itchy patches that sometime become infected. Listen to experts talk about the causes, triggers and treatments of eczema.
Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, hydrocortisone cream, skin, itchy skin, dry skin, itch, rash, red skin, skin disease, sensitive skin, inflamed skin, scratch, scale, scaly
People with allergies have a range of treatment options available from over-the-counter products to prescription medicines. Learn the differences among these varying treatments and which products can work best for your symptoms.
Keywords: allergy treatments, allergy shots, immunotherapy, nasal congestion, stuffy nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, eczema, sinusitis, nasal sprays, steroid sprays, antihistamines, non-sedating, sedating, Allegra, , fexofenadine, Clarinex, desloratadine, Claritin, loratadine, Zyrtec, cetirizine, Sudafed, pseudoephedrine, Vasocon-A, Naphocon-A, Albalon-A, Benadryl, Chlor-Trimeton, Dimetapp
Every parent knows at least one thing about keeping children clean: it's not easy. But cleanliness is about more getting rid of smudges and checking behind the ears. Join our panel of experts as they discuss important hygiene principles you should know to keep your kids from getting sick -- including how too much cleaning can be unhealthy.
Keywords: Children, hygiene, pediatrician, atopic dermatitis, eczema, infection, anti-bacterial soaps, daycare, Dr. Daniel Neuspiel, Dr. Herschel Lessin
Once thought to be a skin disorder, psoriasis is now understood to be a condition originating in the immune system. Although there have been some effective treatment options for people living with this condition, few have focused on the root cause of the disease. Learn how the relatively new science of biologic therapy is the changing the way doctors treat psoriasis.
Keywords: Biologics, biologic therapy, psoriasis, autoimmune, T-cells, antigens, cytokines, Amevive, alefacept, Remicade, Infliximab, Enbrel, Etanercept, methotrexate, cyclosporin, PUVA, phototherapy, topical skin creams, inflammatory mediators, acitretin, PASI, immune system, skin problems, skin lesions, flaky skin, flanking skin, eczema
Previous treatments for moderate to severe psoriasis have been known to produce many unwanted side effects. Learn how a new class of drugs called biologic therapy is now offering people with moderate to severe psoriasis new hope with fewer side effects.
Keywords: Biologics, biologic therapy, psoriasis, autoimmune, T-cells, antigens, cytokines, Amevive, alefacept, Remicade, Infliximab, Enbrel, Etanercept, methotrexate, cyclosporin, PUVA, phototherapy, topical skin creams, inflammatory mediators, acitretin, PASI, immune system, skin problems, skin lesions, flaking skin, flaky skin, eczema
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