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Eczema (cont.)

Next Steps

Follow-up

  • Take all your medicines as prescribed and expect slow improvement.

  • Keep the affected area as clean, dry, and protected as possible to avoid further breakdown of the skin and prevent infection.

  • Apply steroid cream until the rash has completely gone away.

  • If prescription medications are not controlling the eczema or your prescription medications are running out, make an appointment with your health care provider.

  • Watch the area carefully for signs of infection: increased redness, warmth, or pain, or a discharge from the area. See your health care provider if you suspect infection.



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