Joel Schlessinger MD answers common questions about eczema. Read everything you need to know about this common skin concern. Find more advice about eczema on Dr. Schlessinger's blog: http://drjoelschlessinger.com/joel-schlessinger-md-answers-frequently-asked-questions-about-eczema/.

1. FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS ABOUT
ECZEMA
Joel Schlessinger, MD
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2. What is eczema?
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis,
typically presents itself as an inflamed,
itchy rash that can be limited to a few
areas of the body or become widespread.
The exact cause of eczema is unknown,
but research shows that eczema tends to
run in families, particularly in those with
allergies, asthma or hay fever.
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3. How can I treat eczema?
LovelySkin.com offers a wide
selection of effective moisturizers,
cleansers, treatments
and other products
to help treat dry,
itchy skin.
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4. FixMySkin Balms
Dr. Joel Schlessinger and his son,
Daniel, formulated FixMySkin
Healing Balms with 1%
Hydrocortisone to help fight dry,
itchy skin. These medicated balms
soothe and heal cracked and
irritated skin.
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5. FixMySkin results
Before After
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6. FixMySkin results
Before After
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7. What kind of eczema treatments work
best?
Ointments typically work better than
creams and lotions. Dr. Schlessinger
recommends EltaMD Intense
Moisturizer to help treat severe
eczema. This product seals in
moisture and helps heal the skin.
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8. Can I use soap on my skin?
Any soap you use should be gentle and fragrance-free. Additionally,
never use a washcloth or a loofah sponge to wash because it will
irritate your already sensitive skin. Joel Schlessinger, MD recommends
Vanicream Cleansing Bar as an excellent
soap to use on very dry skin. But remember
that no soap actually helps eczema as it
can irritate the skin. It is important to
minimize your use of soap and always
use a gentle one like Vanicream.
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9. Will daily showering dry out my skin?
It is better to take a bath than a
shower, but only if you moisturize
immediately after you bathe.
When you do shower, make sure
to use lukewarm water, take a
quick shower and towel dry by
patting yourself dry instead of
rubbing.
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10. What is the best sunscreen for my dry
skin?
EltaMD UV Pure SPF 47 is sensitivity-free
and non-comedogenic. This gentle
sunscreen is also free of dyes, parabens,
glutens, hormones, oils and fragrances.
This product goes on white and leaves a
film that acts to heal the skin while offering
UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection.
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11. What is the best shampoo to use?
Dr. Schlessinger recommends
Free & Clear Shampoo and Free
& Clear Conditioner for patients
with eczema. These products are
formulated with dyes, fragrances,
parabens, lanolin, formaldehyde
and irritating preservatives.
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12. How can I protect my hands?
For patients who have to wash their
hands frequently, Joel Schlessinger, MD
recommends TheraSeal Hand Protection
because it acts as a liquid glove to
protect hands. This product is great for
healthcare workers, hairdressers and
moms who wash their hands frequently.
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13. Are there any medications that will help
the itching?
Yes, oral antihistamines, such as
Claritin, can sometimes help
control itching. Joel Schlessinger,
MD recommends taking this non-
drowsy medication to help treat
severe itching.
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14. Here’s how you can find out
more about Dr. Joel Schlessinger:
- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/drjoelschlessinger
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- Blogs http://drjoelschlessinger.com/
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