Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

It is important to realise that the treatment of Seborrheic dermatitis is aimed at control of the disease and not at cure. The reason for that is simply that there are no known cures for Seborrheic dermatitis. That off course does not mean that you will be suffering from Seborrheic dermatitis indefinitely. The disease can [...]

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Tacrolimus (Protopic) is an immunosuppressant produced by the fungus Streptomyces tsukubaensis. Fujisawa laboratories discovered Tacrolimus in 1984. The first publications of experimental data appeared in 1987 and clinical trials started in 1989. Topical Tacrolimus become available for prescription around 1999.
Tacrolimus is available as an ointment, an intravenous infusion and in 1mg and 5mg capsules. The [...]

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There are many reasons for itching. In this article we will asume that you are itching because of your Atopic Dermatitis.
The moment you find yourself thinking that the itching is going to drive you mad, you should immediately also decide if you are applying enough moisturizers.
Remember Atopic Dermatitis is not a condition that can be [...]

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First, relax….
No, eczema can’t be cured. Yes, there is a chance you can have eczema for life. Yes, you might have to apply creams for perhaps the rest of your life! And yes, you do have one of the most frustrating conditions there is.
Please, have your moments of despair, but never, never, [...]

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