Eczema Care and Relief
Personalised Care for Lasting Relief from Eczema’s Challenges
Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is a common condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. Dr Matulich and her team understand the challenges eczema brings—not only the physical discomfort but also the emotional impact it can have on daily life. With expertise in the diverse underlying causes of eczema, Dr Matulich recognises that this condition affects each patient differently. By evaluating your unique symptoms and triggers, our dermatology specialists can develop a personalised treatment plan to manage flare-ups and bring lasting relief.
- Dry, Scaly Skin: Patches of skin that feel rough and dry to the touch.
- Red or Brownish-Gray Patches: Common on the hands, feet, ankles, wrists, neck, and upper chest.
- Itching: Often severe, especially at night, leading to scratching that can worsen the condition.
- Thickened, Cracked, or Scaly Skin: Chronic scratching can lead to hardened, leathery patches of skin.
- Small, Raised Bumps: These may leak fluid when scratched, then crust over.
- Sensitive, Swollen Skin: Inflamed areas can be particularly sensitive, especially during flare-ups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eczema is linked to a combination of genetic, immune, and environmental factors. Triggers like allergens, stress, and weather changes can lead to flare-ups.
No, eczema is not contagious. It cannot be spread from person to person through touch or contact.
While there is no cure for eczema, symptoms can be managed with appropriate treatments, lifestyle changes, and by avoiding triggers.
Treatments include topical steroids, moisturisers, lifestyle adjustments, and, in some cases, prescription medications to reduce inflammation and itching.
Avoiding known triggers, maintaining skin hydration, managing stress, and using gentle, fragrance-free products can help reduce flare-ups.
In some individuals, certain foods may trigger eczema symptoms, but this varies widely. Identifying and avoiding food triggers may help in some cases.
Choose gentle, fragrance-free, hypoallergenic products to avoid irritation. Avoid harsh soaps, alcohol-based products, and artificial fragrances.
Yes, stress can worsen eczema symptoms by increasing inflammation. Stress management techniques may help reduce flare-ups.
Both are inflammatory skin conditions, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments. A dermatologist can help differentiate and treat each condition effectively.
While eczema itself doesn’t spread, it can appear in different areas over time, especially if triggered by factors like allergies or environmental changes.