An Overview of Topical Treatment for Atopic Eczema
S. Afr. fam. pract. (2004, Online)
;
53(3): 247-249, 2011.
Article
in English
| AIM
| ID: biblio-1269940
ABSTRACT
Atopic eczema is a chronic; relapsing inflammatory disease of the skin. It is characterised by dry; itchy skin and a typical distribution on the elbows and knees in younger children; and the cubital and popliteal fossae in older children and adults. Treatment modalities include emollients; topical corticosteroids; calcineurin inhibitors; phototherapy and immunosuppressive therapy. This article provides a brief overview of topical treatments for atopic eczema
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AIM (Africa)
Main subject:
Skin Diseases
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Bacterial Infections
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Chronic Disease
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Disease
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Cytokines
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Dermatitis
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Emollients
Language:
English
Journal:
S. Afr. fam. pract. (2004, Online)
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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