Did you know that eczema affects up to 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in Singapore?
Not only is eczema more common than we may realise, it has also been found that around half of eczema patients in
Singapore have the skin condition throughout their lives.
Fortunately, with increased awareness and advancements in treatment over the years, eczema is now a largely
treatable condition.
Early treatment can help relieve discomfort, reduce the risk of skin infections and minimise long-term skin damage caused by repeated flare-ups and scratching.
You should consider seeing an eczema doctor if you experience:
At our eczema skin clinic, we are committed to helping patients regain confidence and comfort in their skin.
Using a wide range of treatments and approaches, we have helped many of our patients minimise their symptoms and flare-ups, thereby improving their quality of life.
Identifying and avoiding eczema triggers can help reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups. Our dermatologists may review factors such as irritants, allergens, environmental conditions and lifestyle habits to determine what may be aggravating your skin.
Treatment may include moisturisers to restore the skin barrier, topical anti-inflammatory medications to control flare-ups and antibiotics if a skin infection develops.
For moderate to severe or treatment-resistant eczema, advanced options such as phototherapy, topical immunomodulators, biologics, JAK inhibitors and topical PDE4 inhibitor creams may be recommended to better control inflammation and reduce flare-ups.
Despite it being a relatively common skin condition, eczema remains misunderstood by the general public and sometimes even among eczema sufferers themselves. Here are some to watch out for:
