Common signs
- Dry, sensitive skin
- Intense itching
- Red or darker, rough patches
- Oozing or crusting during flares
How it is treated
Care usually combines gentle skin care and regular moisturizing with prescription anti-inflammatory creams or ointments. For moderate to severe eczema, light therapy or newer oral or injectable medicines may be options.
When to see a dermatologist
See a dermatologist if itching disrupts sleep or daily life, if skin looks infected, or if home care is not controlling flares.
Biologic therapy
For moderate-to-severe eczema that is not well controlled with creams or ointments, biologics, which are medicines that target specific parts of the immune system, may be an option. They are given by injection and need regular follow-up visits. Learn more about biologic therapy, or read about psoriasis.
This page is general information and not medical advice. Your provider will recommend what is right for you.