How can Eczema be treated?
To improve an eczema skin condition it is crucial to avoid scratching. The dry skin should be properly moisturized, especially after showers and baths, with the right body lotion to prevent the skin from drying out. When moisturizing the skin right after a bath, the moisture of the water will be kept in the skin. Another way to relive the itching is applying cold compresses to the irritated skin area. Some eczema patients take antihistamines before they go to bed in order to make sure they fall asleep without scratching their skin and worsening the eczema unconsciously. Also, wearing cotton gloves at night and keeping fingernails short in general can help to not irritate the skin even more. A phototherapy that involves lights can also be effective for eczema. In general there are various ointments available that could also relieve the itching and soothe the skin. Prescription medications however mostly cause unwanted side effects, like skin thinning, and cannot be used for a longer tim
