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Eczema cannot be completely cured as it is an allergic disorder and treatment focuses on healing the affected skin, reducing flare-ups and increasing days of remission. One can prevent flare-ups of the symptoms.

The self-care measures for the management of eczema include
- moisturizing daily
- lukewarm baths
- fingernails should be kept short
- wear cotton and soft fabrics
- topical steroid creams
- systemic corticosteroids, antibiotics, antihistamines
- using humidifier

Yes, you can use anti-allergic medicines for the treatment of eczema. They reduce scratching which helps in healing of the affected skin.

A dermatologist, i.e. a skin specialist should be consulted for the treatment of eczema. He will diagnose the condition using your medical history, physical examination and tests, and give appropriate treatment. It can also managed by internal medicine specialists.

Yes, anti-itching powders and creams can be useful in managing eczema. They reduce scratching which helps in healing of the affected skin.