Atopic Dermatitis Treatment

Allergy Diagnostic & Treatment Center

33 Overlook Road, Suite #307, Summit N.J. 07901

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Atopic Dermatitis Treatment: Bathing And Moisturizing

Bathing:

  • Tub bath for severe flaring or very dry skin.
  • Bathe twice daily for 20 minutes (until fingertips wrinkle), using lukewarm water only.

Shower:

  • acceptable when skin is under good control or when flare is mild.

Avoid:

  • washcloths, rubbing-scrubbing or overuse of soap.

After bathing:

  • dry off only partially by patting with a towel. No rubbing.

While some water is still on the skin and within 3 minutes and before leaving bathroom:

  • apply triamcinolone cream or other steroid cream as directed by doctor to red, itchy areas.
  • Apply moisturizer all over:
  • Moisturizing should be repeated as often as necessary to keep skin soft throughout the day.