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  • Biologic Treatments
  • Phototherapy: A Light Solution
  • Systemic Medications

What's the Best Treatment for Severe Eczema?

What's the Best Treatment for Severe Eczema?

The Big Picture

Managing severe eczema can be daunting, but understanding available treatments can make a significant difference.
Contents
  • Biologic Treatments
  • Phototherapy: A Light Solution
  • Systemic Medications

Biologic Treatments

Biologic drugs like dupilumab and tralokinumab are game-changers for severe eczema. These medications target specific pathways in the immune system, helping to reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups with fewer side effects compared to traditional treatments.

Phototherapy: A Light Solution

Phototherapy, or light therapy, is another effective option for severe eczema. It involves exposing the skin to ultraviolet light under medical supervision. This treatment can reduce inflammation and improve skin health, offering relief when other treatments fall short.
Severe eczema is a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation, itching, and redness. It can significantly impact quality of life.

Systemic Medications

For those who do not respond to topical treatments, systemic medications like cyclosporine, methotrexate, or oral JAK inhibitors might be recommended. These medications work throughout the body to control inflammation and improve eczema symptoms, though they come with a higher risk of side effects.

FAQs

What are biologics for eczema?

Biologics target specific immune pathways to reduce flare-ups.

How does phototherapy work?

It uses UV light to reduce skin inflammation and improve health.

Are systemic medications effective?

Yes, they control inflammation but may have more side effects.

Key Takeaways

Are these treatments the answer to your severe eczema woes?
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Additional References
  1. Davis DMR, Drucker AM, Alikhan A, et al. Guidelines of care for the management of atopic dermatitis in adults with phototherapy and systemic therapies. J Am Acad Dermatol 2024; 90:342.
  2. Chu AWL, Wong MM, Rayner DG, et al. Systemic treatments for atopic dermatitis (eczema): Systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized trials. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2023; 152:1470.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.