Does chronic eczema eventually go away?
Chronic eczema can arise at any age, but the majority of cases start in the first few years of life. Roughly 40 percent to 50 percent of patients outgrow the condition by adolescence, although they will typically always have dry skin. The others continue to have symptoms, usually less severe, into adulthood. • How good are the current therapies for chronic eczema? Although they do not cure the disease, existing therapies can control it in most patients. Effective treatment typically requires medications to reduce inflammation, proper daily skin care that includes frequent bathing and moisturizing, and the avoidance of triggers that aggravate itchiness, set off scratching and lead to a flare-up. The triggers include harsh soaps, irritating fabrics, sweating and overheating, low-humidity environments and exposure to certain allergens and stress. • What if itchy skin rashes don’t get better? Roughly 20 percent of patients do not respond well to the available therapies. But even stubborn c
