How long does it take for a child to outgrow eczema?
Nearly 40 percent of child sufferers outgrow eczema. That still leaves the other 60 percent who dont outgrow it, suffer with it, and incur untold medical expenses trying to manage it with steroids, special cleansers, special diets, skin care and hair care products, and antibiotics. With the right therapy prescribed by their physician, and avoiding factors that can trigger an outbreak, remissions do occur for periods of time. Dr. Guy Webster, dermatologist, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, Pa. Says, “While its causes remain unclear, we know that patients have defects in one or more of their genes that makes their skin’s immune system overactive. Environmental irritants, allergens and stress provoke skin flares.” It is important to learn to manage the condition and teach the child to avoid contact with substances known to irritate the skin to prevent outbreaks of the rash. ALWAYS KEEP THE SKIN MOISTURIZED. Even after all the necessary precautions are taken and a flare up occurs,
