Objectives of Eczema Therapy

Major Goals of Treatment:

• Understand the condition



• Avoid the trigger factors as much as possible



• Minimize the itching and reduce inflammation



• Develop realistic expectations for control of your eczema



• Learn the advantages and disadvantages of your treatment choices



• Reduce frequency and severity of flare-ups

Objectives of Therapy:

A patient's medical treatment expectations should be as follows:

• Control symptoms and signs
• Long term care required
• Control dryness, inflammation, itch, scratch, infection