Eczema Treatment in London

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Eczema Treatment in London

Dermatology Assessment & Prescriptive Management

Understanding Eczema

Eczema, often referred to as dermatitis, describes a group of inflammatory skin conditions. In many forms, particularly atopic eczema, there is an underlying defect in the skin barrier.

It can present as:

  • Atopic eczema
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis
  • Dyshidrotic eczema
  • Facial or eyelid eczema

Symptoms include itching, redness, cracking, dryness and sometimes infection.

The key issue is impaired barrier function combined with inflammation.

Your Clinical Assessment

During consultation, Úna Jefford performs:

  • Visual and tactile skin assessment
  • Identification of eczema subtype
  • Discussion of occupational and environmental triggers
  • Review of skincare products
  • Assessment of infection risk
  • Evaluation of chronicity and flare frequency

Correct subtype identification is essential for effective management.

Treatment Approach

Eczema management requires a layered strategy:

1. Inflammation Control

  • Controlled courses of prescription topical steroids
  • Steroid-sparing agents where appropriate
  • Targeted facial-safe prescriptions when needed

2. Barrier Repair

  • Structured emollient selection
  • Application frequency guidance
  • Soap-free cleansing protocols

3. Infection Management

If secondary bacterial infection is present:

  • Topical or oral antibiotics

4. Trigger Identification

  • Irritant exposure review
  • Lifestyle adjustments
  • Fabric and detergent guidance

The aim is stability and prevention of recurrent flares.

Why Supervised Management Matters

Unstructured steroid use can lead to:

  • Skin thinning
  • Perioral dermatitis
  • Steroid dependency patterns

Medical supervision ensures safe potency selection and tapering schedules.

Suitable For

  • Chronic eczema sufferers
  • Facial eczema patients
  • Hand dermatitis in professionals
  • Recurrent flare cycles
  • Patients frustrated with inconsistent results

Meet your Practitioner, Úna Jefford

Our medical director, Úna has an extensive medical knowledge combined with an ongoing curiosity to learn about the latest trends. Úna is known for her warm and personal approach. Dermal Health is quickly becoming London’s number-one aesthetic clinic.

Una Jefford