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Severe Eczema!!

I Have eczema on my neck and Hands and it itches all the time...when i apply water its give me a burning sensation and even a simple touch can cause burning and it feels sore And It is now turning very red and looks very dry on my neck and hands ..... This usually occurs during  the winter months and i would like to know ways of having this treated..what would be the best medication for this type of eczema?
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It could be eczema, sweat dermatitis, allergic reactions or eczema.

You need to wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites.

Apply calamine lotion at the site of the lesions and see if it helps. You could take some oral antihistamine medications like cetrizine or loratadine. You need to maintain a good personal hygiene .

Anti-itch drugs, often antihistamine, may reduce the itch during a flare up of eczema, and the reduced scratching in turn reduces damage and irritation to the skin.

For mild-moderate eczema a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone or desonide), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).

Eczema can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Moisturizing is one of the most important self-care treatments for sufferers of eczema. Keeping the affected area moistened can promote skin healing and relief of symptoms.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema

Let us know if you need any further information.

It would be advisable to consult a skin specialist for your symptoms and a proper clinical examination.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how you are doing.

Regards.
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I was told I have eczema but I am not certain as it doesn't respond to the medication they gave me or fit any of the characteristics of eczema. They gave me prescription cortisone creams and ointments. They guaranteed it would clear it up as they said it was very mild. I read a lot on the subject and that is one of the primary medications. You can use hydro cortisone off the shelf for now but I would make an appointment with a dermatologist.
You should take shorter cooler showers and use plenty of moisturizers like cetaphil.
Don't use soap! this dries out your skin.
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