As a lifelong sufferer of eczema, I would echo all of the above.
The first key is to deal with the cause - it is most likely a combination of some food allergy and sweaty skin surfaces that can't breath.
Once the eczema gets to a certain point, even OTC hydrocortisone won't help - you'll need to get something from a dermatologist.
Also, if it is on an area where the skin is normally thinner -e.g. face, groin - then don't use hydrocortisone. There are some great prescriptions that won't thin the skin with repeated usage.
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As a lifelong sufferer of eczema, I would echo all of the above.
The first key is to deal with the cause - it is most likely a combination of some food allergy and sweaty skin surfaces that can't breath.
Once the eczema gets to a certain point, even OTC hydrocortisone won't help - you'll need to get something from a dermatologist.
Also, if it is on an area where the skin is normally thinner -e.g. face, groin - then don't use hydrocortisone. There are some great prescriptions that won't thin the skin with repeated usage.
June 7, 2009 - 3:13pmThis Comment
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