Treatment
Labels Dermatitis
Treatment for dermatitis depends on the cause of the skin rash:
- Atopic dermatitis. Treatment focuses on reducing the itching (and
therefore scratching) of the rash; lowering inflammation; and preventing
flare-ups. Medications include moisturizers, steroid medications,
antihistamines, and drugs that affect the functioning of
the immune system. - Contact dermatitis. Mild contact dermatitis is treated with creams
containing cortisone that are applied directly to the rash or with
antihistamines taken by mouth. Wet compresses may also help
to relieve the itching. Severe cases of contact dermatitis may
require oral or injected steroid medications or antibiotics. - Cercarial dermatitis. Swimmer’s itch does not usually require a
visit to the doctor. It can be treated at home with over-the-counter
antihistamines, calamine lotion, or cortisone cream to relieve the
itching. Bathing in water containing baking soda or an oatmeal
treatment like Aveeno may also help. If the itching is severe, the
doctor may order a prescription-strength cream or lotion. - Radiation dermatitis. Most mild cases of sunburn eventually heal
without special attention from a doctor. Home care may include
bathing in cool (not cold) water with baking soda added to the
bath water; applying aloe vera gel or other non-greasy moisturizing
lotion; and taking a nonaspirin pain reliever. - Seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis of the face or chest
may be treated with antibiotic, antifungal, or steroid creams applied
directly to affected areas. For dandruff, the doctor will usually recommend
special shampoos containing salicylic acid, tar, selenium, sulfur,
or zinc, and advise the patient to wash the hair more frequently and
leave the shampoo on the scalp for about five minutes.
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