Know how: Treatment for childhood eczema

Article Abstract:

Parents need to receive help and medical backup to alleviate the symptoms of atopic or childhood eczema. About 15% of UK school-aged children suffer to some extent from atopic eczema, although the exact cause of the problem is not fully know. Itching can be prevented by the use of systemic antihistamines, while daily use of emollients prevent the skin becoming too dry or inflamed. Bacterial infection of scratched skin can be reduced by the used of topical bathing antiseptics.

Sick children, Antihistamines

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Keeping up appearances

Article Abstract:

Nurses can play a valuable role in helping patients suffering from psoriasis to lead as normal a life as possible. Psoriasis is an inflammation on the skin which can be unsightly, sore, itchy and irritating. It is not contagious although many psoriasis sufferers are made to feel self conscious when out in public or taking part in sports. There are several treatment which help reduce the appearance of psoriasis although there is no known cure.

Practice, Nursing

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Using emollients

Article Abstract:

Causes of dry skin and skin diseases are discussed. Guidance for nurses on the correct diagnosis of skin conditions and the selection and application of the most appropriate emollient treatment is presented.

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