Dr. Chheda – Let’s talk about eczema. Even with normal skin, if I scratch and scratch and scratch, I can create a patch that looks a lot like eczema. This illustrates the main problem with eczema: the scratching cycle. Kids with eczema are constantly scratching, and their condition never seems to heal. The key goal in treating eczema is to actually stop the scratching first – only then can the skin begin to heal. Breaking the scratch cycle often involves using: Topical treatments: Hydrocortisone Steroid creams Oral medications (antihistamines): Benadryl Claritin Zyrtec Allegra Adderax Whether you use a topical treatment or an oral medication, it’s important to talk to your physician about it. Remember: we need to stop the scratching first before the skin can begin its road to recovery. Transcriptions from AI and may not be 100% accurate