Treatment Options
The right treatment depends on how severe your symptoms are. For mild cases, over-the-counter creams and gentle skin care may be enough. For more stubborn flare-ups, dermatologists may prescribe stronger treatments.
Some options include:
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Topical corticosteroids (like betamethasone or clobetasol) to calm inflammation
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Topical calcineurin inhibitors (like pimecrolimus or tacrolimus)
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Short courses of oral corticosteroids for severe flares
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Oral JAK inhibitors (such as upadacitinib or baricitinib)
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Dupilumab (an injectable medication used for eczema)
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Oral immunosuppressants like methotrexate in tough cases
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Phototherapy (light therapy)
If your skin shows signs of infection, your doctor may also recommend antibiotics.
The encouraging news is that flare-ups usually clear within a few weeks, even without treatment. And for many people, dyshidrotic eczema improves with time and sometimes stops altogether.
