What are the common treatments for atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a particularly stubborn skin disease with a very high recurrence rate, which causes great harm to patients. Atopic dermatitis can occur anywhere on the body. It often appears on the forehead and cheeks in infants and on the limbs in young people. The characteristic symptom is extreme itching, and some people may also experience skin damage. The specific reason for this is still unclear. Dermatologists say that the key to treating atopic dermatitis is to persist in taking medication.

Atopic dermatitis is a common skin disease. Its incidence rate is gradually increasing in people's lives today. What should we do in the face of this skin disease? What are the treatments for atopic dermatitis? What are the conditioning measures for atopic dermatitis? Next, the editor will help you answer these questions. Please see the introduction below for details.

Atopic dermatitis treatment

1. Use simple methods to achieve long-term control goals

Experts say that the causes of atopic dermatitis are very complex, so everyone should follow simple methods to achieve the best control.

In addition to steroids, current topical medications include calcineurin inhibitors, tamoxifen and pimecrolimus. For example, Puteb is a non-hormonal ointment that can avoid the side effects of steroid ointments, improve moderate to severe conditions and mild symptoms.

Immunomodulator ointments are suitable for long-term intermittent use to prevent major attacks. Applying immunomodulator ointment in the early stages of an attack can quickly relieve symptoms and avoid recurring severe attacks.

In the treatment of atopic dermatitis, we need to treat both the symptoms and the root cause, combining internal and external approaches.

Oral antihistamines are effective for atopic dermatitis, at least they can stop itching or reduce itching. When a drug is ineffective, the dosage can be increased, but the increase must be based on whether there is any danger, or the drug can be changed or combined treatment can be carried out.

For some patients with exudation and infection, short-term oral antibiotics are given, but the application of antibiotics is staged and the medication is stopped once the condition is under control. Different drugs are used in different ways.

At the same time, relevant authoritative organizations emphasize that whether it is oral medication or topical medication, using medication to control the disease is a long-term process, and it is normal to take medication for life. The high recurrence rate is because patients do not think of taking medication until the disease relapses.

2. Doctors and patients should pay attention to standardized treatment

In recent years, relevant authoritative organizations have established unified standards for the clinical diagnosis of atopic dermatitis, standardized the daily treatment of atopic dermatitis, and also improved the overall level of dermatologists.

Experts said that the core of the diagnosis and treatment guidelines is treatment, but at the same time, special emphasis is placed on patient education. Atopic dermatitis has a long course, is prone to recurrence, and is difficult to cure. Due to the unbearable itching, some patients are anxious to be cured as soon as possible and blindly take medication, stopping the medication as soon as the condition improves slightly.

To deal with atopic dermatitis, try to avoid or reduce contact with inducing factors in life, avoid seeking irregular so-called special treatments, understand the effects and adverse reactions of related drugs, and be sure to consult a doctor if you are unclear. Cooperation between doctors and patients is very important.

Patients with atopic dermatitis have abnormal skin metabolism and protective functions, which makes it easy for allergens to invade and cause inflammation. Medication can reduce inflammation, soothe itch and relieve itching.

Proper skin care, improving skin moisture retention and strengthening skin defense function will more effectively control atopic dermatitis.

Maintain good living habits, eat a lighter diet, get enough sleep, and try to avoid contact with chemicals.

Treatment measures for atopic dermatitis

1. Try not to eat seafood (fish, shrimp, crab) and other foods that may cause allergies.

2. Avoid spicy foods (onions, ginger, garlic, etc.).