Eczema is a common skin-causing red, itchy skin. Your dermatologist can help you get relief from eczema. The dermatologists at Dermatology Associates of Morris, in Parsippany, NJ, provide comprehensive dermatology services, including diagnosis and treatment of eczema.

What You Need To Know About Eczema

There are several types of eczema including:

• Atopic dermatitis often affects children
• Contact dermatitis, caused by contact with an environmental trigger
• Dyshidrotic eczema, causing dry skin, burning, and blisters
• Neurodermatitis, causing small, scaly, itchy patches of skin
• Nummular eczema, causing small, round lesions on the body
• Seborrheic dermatitis, causing scalp inflammation
• Stasis dermatitis, causing skin discoloration on the legs

You can do a lot to help prevent eczema by protecting your skin. It’s important to:

• Wear protective equipment including gloves when handling toxic substances
• Avoid allergens and contact with toxic plants
• Apply moisturizer daily to avoid dry skin and cracking
• Wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to 50 when you are outside
• Avoid direct, intense sunlight
• Avoid exposure to extreme cold or wind

There are a few simple tips you can follow at home to get relief from eczema symptoms. You can:

• Take over-the-counter oral or topical antihistamine medications
• Apply calamine lotion to calm irritated, itching skin
• Apply moisturizer after taking a shower
• Place cool, wet bandages or dressings on affected areas
• Take daily oatmeal or baking soda baths
• Wear cool, loose, breathable clothing

Depending on the type of eczema you have, your dermatologist may recommend:

• Prescription-strength oral and topical antihistamine medications to relieve itching
• Antibiotic medications to kill surface bacteria on your skin
• Injectable or oral anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation
• Corticosteroid dressings reduce inflammation and relieve itching
• Light therapy to reduce eczema patches
• Prescription shampoos and other products to decrease symptoms

To read more detailed information about types of eczema and their treatments, please visit the National Eczema Association website by clicking here.

Want To Know More About Eczema?

To find out more about the types, causes, and triggers of eczema, call the dermatologists at Dermatology Associates of Morris, in Parsippany, NJ. You can reach them in the office by calling (973) 335-2560, so call today.