Eczema

Are you being prescribed enough steroid eczema cream?

Did you know that doctors can prescribe more than one tube of steroid eczema cream/ointment at a time? Depending on the amount of your body that is affected by eczema, your GP can prescribe up to 10 tubes of steroid based cream/ointment per…

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What can I do to help manage my eczema

There are a number of things that you can do to help manage eczema: Reduce exposure to trigger factors (where possible). This may include an allergy assessment by an allergist or dermatologist to properly identify allergic triggers. Have a...

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What can I do if I follow my management plan and my eczema will not clear?

It is important to go back to your doctor (dermatologist/allergy specialist/ GP/paediatrician) to discuss treatment options. There are new and very effective treatments available in Australia for severe…

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Is eczema the same as dermatitis?

Eczema is a type of dermatitis (atopic dermatitis), which simply means red and inflamed...

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What skincare products are best for eczema?

It is best to use skincare products that do not contain any food products, fragrances or plant extracts. Just because a product claims to be ‘natural’ does not mean it is good for eczema. Talk to your doctor or nurse practitioner for the best...

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Will a restrictive diet help eczema e.g. removing dairy or wheat from the diet?

Eczema is not caused by food, but food may trigger eczema flares. It is important to seek professional medical advice for eczema management and not restrict foods from the diet unless under medical direction. Removing foods can affect growth and...

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How can eczema itch be controlled?

The following actions may reduce itch, to help control the scratch and itch cycle of eczema: Keep skin well moisturised. Moisturise at least twice every day. Use cold compresses (such as a wet face cloth) and wet dressings/wraps, as...

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Are steroid creams/ointments that are used to treat eczema bad for you?

Topical steroid creams and ointments are a safe and effective treatment when they are used as directed by your doctor or nurse practitioner. Skin damage can be prevented by applying creams/ointments, including steroid creams and ointments,...

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Do people with eczema usually have other allergic conditions?

Many people with eczema have other allergic conditions. Studies have shown that up to 30% of babies with eczema who have a family history of allergy will develop food allergy, and up to 40% develop asthma or allergic rhinitis (hay...

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