All Eczema articles
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Formulary decision guideDoublebase Dayleve™ Gel (isopropyl myristate, liquid paraffin)
Information intended for healthcare professionals only. This formulary decision guide was developed from content provided by Dermal Laboratories Ltd in a format developed by Guidelines in Practice . View prescribing information and adverse event reporting here Key points Doublebase Dayleve Gel ...
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Pharmacist focus
Eczema: the role of the practice pharmacist
Ruari O’Connell and Gupinder Syan discuss treatments for eczema and the role of the practice pharmacist in managing patients with eczema in primary care
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Digital edition
June 2019 issue
The digital edition of the June 2019 issue of Guidelines in Practice , featuring articles on: contraception and raised BMI, inflammatory bowel disease, sexually transmitted infections, and eczema.
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Infographics
Cost-benefit of prescribing emollients for eczema patients
The content of this infographic has been developed by Johnson Johnson Ltd. Infographic
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Test and reflect
Best practice in atopic eczema
This CPD activity consists of 5 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to test your knowledge on atopic eczema—you will then be prompted to reflect on your learning.
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Test and reflect
Best practice in managing eczema
This CPD activity consists of 5 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to test your knowledge on how to manage eczema in primary care—you will then be prompted to reflect on your learning.
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News
PHE seeks views on draft guidance for common infections
Public Health England has published a draft of Management of infection guidance for primary care for consultation and local adaptation for public consultation.
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Implementing guidelines
Early intervention can prevent chronic hand eczema
Dr John English explains how effective treatment of hand eczema depends on accurate diagnosis, accessible testing, and prompt treatment
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Personal view
Care of the skin barrier is crucial in atopic eczema
Dr George Moncrieff discusses possible causes of atopic eczema and offers his personal approach to managing this distressing condition
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NICE quality standard article
A holistic approach is needed for children with atopic eczema
Dr Matthew Ridd summarises the NICE quality statements for atopic eczema in children and the key aspects of care for improving management of this common condition
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Implementing guidelines
Management of atopic eczema should be patient centred
Dr Stephen Hayes reviews key recommendations from the British Association of Dermatologists/Primary Care Dermatology Society guideline on atopic eczema
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Implementing guidelines
Patient and carer preference is key when prescribing emollients
Dr Rachel Hilton explains how patient and carer education can help promote effective and safe use of emollients and topical steroids in children with atopic eczema
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Implementing guidelines
Topical corticosteroids should be applied once daily for eczema
Dr Michael Tidman highlights recommendations from SIGN on the management of atopic eczema, which may reduce prescribing and improve patient compliance
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Implementing guidelines
Atopic eczema can have a significant impact on patients and carers
Management of atopic eczema in children should include assessment of psychosocial factors and avoidance of irritants and triggers, says Dr Nigel Stollery
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Implementing guidelines
Control of atopic eczema requires sufficient emollient use
Dr Anthony Boggis reviews the NICE and PCDS/BAD guidelines on the management of atopic eczema in children, and outlines a summary process for care
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Personal view
Guideline supports care of children with eczema
NICE guidance aids decision-making and enables clinicians to inform and educate children and their carers, says Dr Stephen Hayes
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Implementing guidelines
Holistic care of children with atopic eczema is recommended by NICE
The evidence-based guidance will support GPs in their treatment decisions and help them improve the quality of life of children in their care, says Dr Sarah Purdy
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Implementing guidelines
Primary care should manage the majority of atopic eczema cases
The BAD/PCDS guideline on atopic eczema will help GPs with diagnosis, management, and treatment of this common condition explains Dr Stephen Hayes
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Personal view
NICE referral advice will improve patient care
Recommendations from NICE should benefit those patients who need to be referred and those who do not, says Dr Chris Barclay
