Prevention of Eczema (atopic)

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If the triggers of a patientâ€™s atopic ezcema are known, it is possible to avoid flare-ups by staying away from the things that cause them, such as particular foods, pets, or pollen.

Keeping the skin moisturised between attacks, and including the use of emollients in daily routines can also control ezcema. Emollients can be used instead of soaps and bath-oils, and you should apply moisturisers whenever you have got your skin wet. Wearing clothes made of non-abrasive fabrics such as cotton may also help.

If hands are particularly affected, keep them warm and dry in winter with weatherproof gloves, and wear protective gloves when handling irritating substances, for example when washing dishes or hand-washing clothes.

It is important to keep to continue with the treatment prescribed. Broken skin can commonly lead to secondary infections, which are unpleasant, and in severe cases may be difficult to treat and rarely have resulted in death. Eye complications of atopic eczema include conjunctival irritation and less commonly conjunctivitis and cataracts.