Eczema Flashcards
1
Q
Presenting symptoms of Eczema
A
- Dry
- Flaky skin
- small red spots
2
Q
When should you refer Eczema
A
on face
3
Q
Treatments for Eczema (OTC)
A
- Emollients
- Topical Corticosteroids
- Antihistamines
4
Q
Why should you avoid Aqueous cream in Eczema
A
due to high skin reactions
5
Q
When would you use Antihistamines
A
only in allergic or irritant eczema
6
Q
How to treat Mild to Moderate Eczema
A
Pimecrolimus
7
Q
How to treat Moderate to Severe Eczema
A
Tacrolimus
8
Q
How to treat Severe Eczema
A
Systemic
- Cyclosporin
- Azathioprine