What should I do if I have eczema on my neck?

Because eczema usually causes some redness and swelling on the surface of human skin and is accompanied by itching, and if eczema is not treated in time, these redness and swelling will show signs of spreading. Also, you must not scratch the area where eczema occurs with your hands, because there are a lot of bacteria on your hands, and scratching with your hands may aggravate the eczema. The skin on the neck is very fragile, but what should a person do if he suffers from eczema on his neck?

1. Internal treatment: When we treat eczema, our goal is to fight inflammation and relieve itching. Commonly used ones include antihistamines and sedatives. In the acute phase, calcium, vitamin C, sodium thiosulfate can be injected intravenously, or procaine can be used for intravenous blockade. For patients with acute generalized eczema who have not responded to multiple therapies, short-term use of corticosteroids may be considered. Once the acute symptoms are under control, the dosage should be reduced or withdrawn as appropriate to prevent adverse reactions caused by long-term use of hormones. If there is infection, appropriate antibiotics should be considered.

2. Local treatment: If we have eczema, we should understand the cause of the eczema. In this way, we can find a good treatment plan based on the condition, so that our illness will get better faster. Appropriate dosage forms should be selected according to the symptoms. Topical medications should be selected according to the needs and characteristics of the rash, including cleansing, antipruritic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, astringent and keratinizing agents. Don't believe in some folk remedies, as they are unreliable and may make the condition worse.

3. Traditional Chinese Medicine: Traditional Chinese Medicine can also treat eczema, and Chinese medicine has no side effects. There are many ways to treat eczema with traditional Chinese medicine, and the treatment varies according to the symptoms at different stages. In case of acute eczema with severe dampness and heat, redness, swelling and exudation, it is advisable to clear away heat and purge fire, cool blood and remove dampness. The prescription can be Longdan Xiegan Decoction with modifications. For subacute eczema, it is advisable to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. The prescription can be modified from Chushi Weiling Decoction. For chronic eczema, it is advisable to nourish blood and dispel wind, promote blood circulation and moisten dryness. The prescription can be Siwu Xiaofeng Decoction with modifications.

The above are the treatment methods for eczema on the neck. These methods are some of our more common treatment methods. You can try them. Some patients with eczema also need to pay attention to their own hygiene, which is also beneficial to their condition. Don’t eat irritating foods on a regular basis, as this will be detrimental to your recovery.