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National Eczema Association

National Eczema Association
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Contact

Telephone:
Address:
800-818-7546
4460 Redwood Highway, Suite 16D
San Rafael, CA 94903
 

Organization website: www.nationaleczema.org

About Us

The National Eczema Association improves the health and quality of life for individuals with eczema through research, support and education. The National Eczema Association is a national, patient-oriented organization which is governed by a Board of Directors and guided by a Scientific Advisory Committee comprised of physicians and scientists who donate their time and expertise. NEA is entirely supported through individual and corporate contributions and is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. NEA receives no federal grants or sub grants, or federal contracts or subcontracts.

 

Questions & Answers

Q. My child has eczema and complains of stinging when I apply moisturizer or when he gets in the bath. What should I do?
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Switching from a cream to an ointment will help. Ointments usually do not cause burning, even when applied to scratched open skin. One cup of table...
Q. What can I do to help prevent eczema?
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There is no known way to prevent eczema, but good skin care with a daily bath and use of a moisturizer twice daily can help strengthen the skin...
Q. When my child’s eczema heals, the skin appears paler. Why?
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The cells in your child’s skin that make the normal color (or “pigment”) don’t work properly when the skin is inflamed from eczema. The good news is...
Q. Can a child with eczema go swimming?
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Your child should be allowed to participate in normal childhood activities and this includes swimming. However, your child may not tolerate long...
Q. My child has eczema. Can he have all the usual immunizations?
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Children with eczema are encouraged to get all of the usual immunizations. If your child is taking an oral or injectable anti-inflammatory medication...
Q. My child has eczema. Should I test her for allergies?
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Because most eczema is not related to diet, and because current allergy tests do not accurately predict eczema triggers, allergy testing is not...
Q. My baby has eczema. Does it make a difference if I am breastfeeding or bottle-feeding?
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Most infant eczema is unrelated to diet, whether breast milk or formula. Many babies with eczema are incorrectly labeled as “milk allergic.” Do not...
Q. Will changing my infant’s or toddler’s diet help his eczema?
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While many parents assume that a particular food is the cause of their child’s eczema, the answer is rarely that simple. Most eczema is unrelated to...
Q. What are the treatment options for eczema on infants or toddlers?
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Gentle skin care and the use of moisturizers, and topical steroids are the most important treatments for eczema. But there are other topical...
Q. How much steroid ointment should I use on my infant or toddler?
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Enough steroid ointment should be applied so that the skin feels tacky immediately after application. Within a few minutes it is will be absorbed by...
Q. When should I use a steroid ointment on my child?
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Topical steroids should be applied no more than twice daily. One application should occur immediately after bathing as part of the bathing routine. A...
Q. My child has eczema, and I’ve been told that we need to use steroid ointments. Are they safe?
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Steroid ointments are safe when used appropriately. Some tips for safe application include:Apply topical steroids only to rough affected skin and...
Q. My child has eczema. Will I need to use steroid ointments on her?
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Very mild eczema may be controlled with a good bathing and moisturizing routine alone. Mild eczema may require the occasional use of a low-potency...
Q. What shampoos can be used for infants and toddlers with eczema?
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Most gentle baby shampoos can be used. Fragrance- and dye-free shampoos are preferred. The fewer the ingredients, the better. One example is...
Q. I have eczema – what do I need to know about the differences between lotions, creams, and ointments?
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Moisturizers are classified based on their oil and water content. The more oil a moisturizer has the more effective it is in treating dry skin...
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