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Instituto DermatolĆ³gico GarcĆ­a-Legaz

Eczema

Dermatological treatment of eczema in Murcia

En el Instituto DermatolĆ³gico GarcĆ­a-Legaz, en pleno centro de Murcia, contamos con un equipo de dermatĆ³logos especializado en el diagnĆ³stico y tratamiento de eccemas.

Esta afecciĆ³n inflamatoria de la piel es comĆŗn y, aunque no es contagiosa, puede afectar seriamente a la calidad de vida si no se aborda adecuadamente.

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What is eczema?

El eccema, tambiĆ©n conocido como dermatitis, es una condiciĆ³n inflamatoria crĆ³nica o aguda que provoca:

  • Redness
  • Intense itching
  • Dryness and flaking
  • Appearance of blisters or cracks in acute phases

Puede manifestarse en cualquier parte del cuerpo, aunque es frecuente en codos, rodillas, cara y manos.

Most frequent types

  • Atopic dermatitis: Begins in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It is associatedia frequently with asthma or allergic rhinitis.
  • Contact eczema: Caused by contact with irritants or allergens. Common on hands.
  • Seborrheic eczema: Affects the scalp, face (nasal wings, eyebrows), and upper torso. It often causes greasy scaling.

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Relieves itching, controls outbreaks and eliminates their symptoms

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Triggering causes

  • GenĆ©tica
  • EstrĆ©s emocional
  • Cambios de clima (frĆ­o, calor o humedad excesiva)
  • Detergentes, jabones o cosmĆ©ticos agresivos
  • Lana o tejidos sintĆ©ticos
  • AlĆ©rgenos ambientales (polvo, Ć”caros, etc.)

Diagnosis and treatment

In our clinic we carry out an in-depth examination and analysis, and if necessary, we refer you to patch tests to detect allergies.

Opciones terapƩuticas:

  • Intensive moisturizers and emollients
  • Topical corticosteroids in active phases
  • Topical immunomodulators (pimecrolimus, tacrolimus)
  • Oral antihistamines to relieve itching
  • Narrowband UVB phototherapy in severe or chronic cases

Key recommendations

  • Usar jabones syndet (sin detergentes)
  • Evitar duchas muy calientes o prolongadas
  • Secar la piel con toques suaves
  • Aplicar la crema hidratante justo tras la ducha
  • Usar ropa de algodĆ³n y evitar tejidos irritantes

Frequently Asked Questions

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No, eczema is not transmitted between people.

There is no definitive cure, but with proper treatment it can be controlled and significantly improved.

If you experience persistent itching, redness, or scaling that doesn't improve with moisturizers, a professional evaluation is recommended.

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