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Suggest Treatment For Eczema

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Posted on Thu, 4 May 2017
Question: I suffer from eczema and occasionaly my itch becomes almost unbearable . What can I do for quick temporary relief?
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (59 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Use Hydrocortizone ointment

Detailed Answer:
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Thank You for trusting HealthcareMagic

You can use over the counter Hydroxyzine 2.5% ointment for faster healing.
Meanwhile, continue using Eucerin cream and Hydroxyzine.
You can also use coconut oil on affected area.It has excellent moisturizing properties.

If symptoms do not subside in a week, follow-up with your Primary care Provider/ dermatologist for a re-evaluation of diagnosis or need for treatment with stronger steroids.

Hope I was able to help you
Please address further queries
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
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Suggest Treatment For Eczema

Brief Answer: Use Hydrocortizone ointment Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank You for trusting HealthcareMagic You can use over the counter Hydroxyzine 2.5% ointment for faster healing. Meanwhile, continue using Eucerin cream and Hydroxyzine. You can also use coconut oil on affected area.It has excellent moisturizing properties. If symptoms do not subside in a week, follow-up with your Primary care Provider/ dermatologist for a re-evaluation of diagnosis or need for treatment with stronger steroids. Hope I was able to help you Please address further queries Regards, Dr.Lekshmi