Eczema Flashcards

1
Q

Presenting symptoms of Eczema

A
  • Dry
  • Flaky skin
  • small red spots
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2
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When should you refer Eczema

A

on face

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3
Q

Treatments for Eczema (OTC)

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  • Emollients
  • Topical Corticosteroids
  • Antihistamines
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4
Q

Why should you avoid Aqueous cream in Eczema

A

due to high skin reactions

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5
Q

When would you use Antihistamines

A

only in allergic or irritant eczema

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6
Q

How to treat Mild to Moderate Eczema

A

Pimecrolimus

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7
Q

How to treat Moderate to Severe Eczema

A

Tacrolimus

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8
Q

How to treat Severe Eczema

A

Systemic
- Cyclosporin
- Azathioprine

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