Itchy, irritated and atopic skin

Dr Michèle Sayag, Allergologist.

An internet user’s question: How can atopic dermatisis be prevented and treated?

Prevention is used for “at-risk” children, namely children with at least one allergy-prone parent. In these cases, for example, we know that it is best to avoid contact with cats during the first few weeks. As regards treatment, outbreaks of eczema should be treated as early as possible with topical anti-inflammatory steroids. Changes in the skin barrier should be treated every day with an emollient.