Atopowe zapalenie skóry
Zapobieganie i profilaktyka

Atopowe zapalenie skóry (AZS) to przewlekła choroba zapalna skóry o istotnym wpływie na jakość życia pacjentów. Profilaktyka AZS koncentruje się na wzmacnianiu bariery skórnej, jednak badania nad stosowaniem emolientów od urodzenia wykazały sprzeczne wyniki – wczesne badania sugerowały 50% redukcję ryzyka rozwoju AZS (22% vs 43% w grupie kontrolnej w wieku 6 miesięcy), natomiast duże badanie BEEP (n=1394) nie potwierdziło skuteczności emolientów w zapobieganiu AZS, astmie czy alergiom. Probiotyki podawane w okresie okołoporodowym i niemowlęcym wykazują obiecujące działanie profilaktyczne, zmniejszając ryzyko AZS o 20-24%, szczególnie przy suplementacji od 36. tygodnia ciąży do 36 miesięcy życia dziecka. W jednym z badań (n=415 kobiet) stosowanie probiotyków Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, L. acidophilus La-5 i Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis Bb-12 wiązało się z istotnym zmniejszeniem częstości AZS w wieku 6 lat (OR 0,48; 95% CI 0,25-0,92; p=0,027; NNT=6). Wyłączne karmienie piersią przez co najmniej 4-6 miesięcy oraz zdrowa dieta matki w ciąży (bogata w owoce, warzywa, ryby i witaminę D) również obniżają ryzyko rozwoju AZS u dzieci.

Profilaktyka atopowego zapalenia skóry

Atopowe zapalenie skóry (AZS) to przewlekła, nawracająca choroba zapalna skóry, która znacząco wpływa na jakość życia pacjentów i ich rodzin. Pomimo postępów w leczeniu tej choroby, badania nad jej profilaktyką rozwijały się stosunkowo wolno. Profilaktyka AZS jest jednak kluczowa, ponieważ zapobieganie chorobie jest znacznie bardziej logicznym i efektywnym kosztowo podejściem niż koncentrowanie się wyłącznie na leczeniu farmakologicznym pacjentów, u których już wystąpiły objawy12.

Emolienty jako metoda profilaktyki

Jednym z głównych kierunków badań nad profilaktyką AZS jest wzmacnianie bariery skórnej za pomocą emolientów. Odkrycie silnego związku między AZS a mutacjami w genie FLG, kodującym filagrynę – białko niezbędne dla prawidłowej funkcji bariery skórnej, zwiększyło zainteresowanie potencjalnymi korzyściami ze wzmacniania bariery skórnej jako sposobu zapobiegania AZS3.

Początkowo wyniki badań były obiecujące. W jednym z wczesnych badań obejmującym 124 niemowlęta z grupy wysokiego ryzyka rozwoju AZS (rodzic lub rodzeństwo z AZS, astmą lub alergicznym nieżytem nosa), rodzice zostali poinstruowani, aby stosować emolienty na całe ciało przynajmniej raz dziennie, począwszy od trzeciego tygodnia życia. Wyniki pokazały, że codzienne stosowanie emolientów znacząco zmniejszyło częstość występowania AZS w wieku sześciu miesięcy – 43% niemowląt, u których nie stosowano emolientów, rozwinęło AZS, podczas gdy tylko 22% niemowląt otrzymujących codziennie emolienty rozwinęło chorobę (50% redukcja ryzyka)45.

Jednak nowsze, bardziej rygorystyczne badania podważyły skuteczność emolientów w zapobieganiu AZS. Jedno z największych badań nad emolientami w profilaktyce AZS (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention, BEEP), które obserwowało 1394 niemowląt przez okres od trzech do pięciu lat, wykazało, że emolienty nie zapobiegały rozwojowi AZS, astmy, alergii pokarmowej ani nieżytu nosa67. Badanie BEEP jednoznacznie wykazało, że stosowanie emolientów od urodzenia nie zapobiega rozwojowi AZS u niemowląt z grupy wysokiego ryzyka8.

Warto podkreślić, że choć emolienty nie są skuteczne w zapobieganiu AZS, pozostają one ważnym elementem leczenia ustalonego AZS. Są zalecane wszystkim pacjentom jako środek nawilżający, który dodaje i pomaga zatrzymać wilgoć w skórze9.

Probiotyki i prebiotyki w profilaktyce AZS

Coraz więcej dowodów wskazuje na skuteczność probiotyków w zapobieganiu AZS. Probiotyki, czyli niepotogenne żywe bakterie lub drożdże, które mogą przywrócić funkcjonalność dysfunkcyjnemu, prozapalnemu mikrobiomowi jelitowemu, wykazują obiecujące wyniki w badaniach nad profilaktyką AZS1011.

Przegląd systematyczny z 2019 roku, obejmujący 22 badania opublikowane między styczniem 2008 a majem 2018 roku, wykazał zmniejszenie częstości występowania AZS u osób, które otrzymywały suplementację probiotyczną w okresie ciąży i/lub niemowlęctwa12. Metaanalizy dotyczące okołoporodowego stosowania probiotyków sugerują, że mogą one zmniejszyć częstość występowania AZS o 20-24%, szczególnie gdy są podawane w późnym okresie prenatalnym i przez pierwsze 36 miesięcy życia13.

Jedno z najbardziej udanych badań obejmowało randomizację 415 kobiet w ciąży, które otrzymywały interwencje od 36. tygodnia ciąży do 3 miesięcy po porodzie. Interwencja polegała na randomizowanym porównaniu mleka bez probiotyków z mieszanką mleka probiotycznego zawierającego Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, Lactobacillus acidophilus La-5 i Bifidobacterium animalis subsp lactis Bb-12. W wieku 6 lat dostępnych do badania było 81 niemowląt, które spożywały mleko probiotyczne, i 82 niemowląt, które spożywały mleko bez probiotyków. Strategia ta spowodowała statystycznie istotne zmniejszenie AZS w analizie kompletnych przypadków (iloraz szans 0,48; 95% przedział ufności 0,25-0,92; P=0,027; liczba pacjentów, których należy leczyć, aby zapobiec jednemu przypadkowi choroby, wynosiła 6)14.

W styczniu 2015 roku Światowa Organizacja Alergii zaleciła stosowanie probiotyków przez kobiety w ciąży i karmiące piersią oraz ich karmione piersią niemowlęta w celu zapobiegania rozwojowi AZS15. Probiotyki mogą zmniejszać ryzyko wystąpienia AZS u dzieci, szczególnie tych z grupy wysokiego ryzyka alergii1617.

Dowody na skuteczność samych prebiotyków są słabe ze względu na wysokie ryzyko błędu systematycznego, niespójność, niedokładność i pośredniość wyników badań1819.

Interwencje żywieniowe w profilaktyce AZS

Badania nad dietą matki lub niemowlęcia w celu zapobiegania AZS obejmowały wyłączne karmienie piersią, opóźnione lub wczesne wprowadzanie pokarmów innych niż mleko, ograniczenia dietetyczne matki lub niemowlęcia oraz przyjmowanie suplementów diety, takich jak witamina D20.

Wyłączne karmienie piersią przez co najmniej 6 miesięcy okazało się być najlepszym czynnikiem zmniejszającym ryzyko zapobiegania i rozwoju atopowego zapalenia skóry. Dzieci karmione wyłącznie piersią przez 4 miesiące lub dłużej miały znacznie mniej przypadków atopowego zapalenia skóry w porównaniu z dziećmi karmionymi częściowo piersią21. Według jednego z badań, ryzyko zachorowania dziecka na AZS było niższe, gdy matki karmiły piersią przez 4 do 6 miesięcy22.

Matki przyszłych dzieci, które jedzą dietę bogatą w owoce i warzywa, ryby i witaminę D, mogą zmniejszyć ryzyko rozwoju egzemy u swoich dzieci. Po przeanalizowaniu wyników 42 badań, naukowcy odkryli, że dzieci miały niższe ryzyko rozwoju AZS, gdy ich matki jadły zdrową dietę podczas ciąży23.

Należy jednak podkreślić, że nie ma dowodów na to, że unikanie przez matkę określonych pokarmów podczas ciąży wpływa na ryzyko rozwoju AZS u dziecka2425. Eliminowanie określonych pokarmów z diety matki może nie zmniejszyć ryzyka rozwoju egzemy u dziecka26.

Warto również zwrócić uwagę na czynniki dietetyczne, które mogą wpływać na ryzyko AZS oraz jego nasilenie. Badania sugerują, że spożywanie pokarmów bogatych w histaminę oraz wysokie spożycie cukru może zwiększać ryzyko atopowego zapalenia skóry i nasilać jego objawy27.

Czynniki środowiskowe w profilaktyce AZS

Modyfikacje środowiskowe wynikają głównie z zaleceń ekspertów/konsensusu, ponieważ istnieje niewiele dobrze kontrolowanych badań w tej dziedzinie. Ogólne zalecenia to unikanie znanych mechanicznych i chemicznych czynników drażniących, takich jak wełna, kwasy, wybielacze i rozpuszczalniki, oraz wszelkich wyraźnych wyzwalaczy/czynników zaostrzających charakterystycznych dla danej osoby (np. nadmiernego ciepła w niektórych przypadkach)28.

Przegląd systematyczny strategii unikania roztoczy kurzu domowego (samodzielnie lub z unikaniem alergenów), który obejmował 7 randomizowanych badań klinicznych, doszedł do wniosku, że takie metody nie zmniejszają ryzyka rozwoju AZS29. Obecna grupa robocza zauważa jednak, że u pacjentów uczulonych na roztocza kurzu domowego, których AZS nie jest kontrolowane, lekarz może rozważyć zalecenie pokrowca na roztocza na poduszkę i materac30.

Interesujące są wyniki badań sugerujące, że posiadanie psa w domu może zmniejszyć ryzyko rozwoju AZS u dziecka3132. Obecność zwierząt domowych w pierwszym roku życia może chronić przed AZS33.

Zapobieganie zaostrzeniom AZS

Strategia wymagana do zminimalizowania nawrotów zależy od konkretnej osoby oraz częstości, nasilenia i miejsc występowania choroby. Emolienty powinny być integralną częścią planu leczenia podtrzymującego, biorąc pod uwagę ich niskie ryzyko i zdolność do poprawy nawilżenia skóry; niektóre z nich mogą również przeciwdziałać negatywnym skutkom dysfunkcji bariery naskórkowej34.

Dwa badania wykazały, że codzienne stosowanie środków nawilżających może wydłużyć czas do pierwszego zaostrzenia w porównaniu z brakiem leczenia35. U niektórych osób korzystna jest bardziej aktywna metoda, w której miejscowe kortykosteroidy (TCS) lub miejscowe inhibitory kalcyneuryny (TCI) są nakładane na wcześniej zajęte i nowo zajęte obszary skóry w zaplanowanych, przerywanych odstępach czasu, a środki nawilżające stosowane są na wszystkie obszary36.

Dalsze stosowanie miejscowych kortykosteroidów (1-2 razy w tygodniu) lub miejscowych inhibitorów kalcyneuryny (2-3 razy w tygodniu) po stabilizacji choroby, na wcześniej zajętą skórę, jest zalecane w celu zmniejszenia kolejnych zaostrzeń lub nawrotów3738. Aktywne stosowanie TCS lub TCI wydaje się być skuteczną strategią zapobiegania zaostrzeniom AZS, ale pozostają jeszcze nierozwiązane kwestie dotyczące ich stosowania39.

Optymalny odstęp zaplanowanego przerywanego stosowania nie jest jasny ze względu na różnice między badaniami w zakresie dwóch razy w tygodniu, trzech razy w tygodniu lub dwóch kolejnych dni w tygodniu aplikacji40.

Codzienna pielęgnacja skóry

Regularna pielęgnacja skóry jest kluczowa w zapobieganiu zaostrzeniom AZS. Obejmuje ona:4142

  • Nawilżanie skóry co najmniej dwa razy dziennie kremami, maściami, masłem shea lub balsamami, które zamykają wilgoć w skórze4344
  • Codzienną kąpiel lub prysznic w letniej (nie gorącej) wodzie, ograniczoną do 5-10 minut4546
  • Stosowanie łagodnych, bezpudrowych środków czyszczących, pozbawionych barwników, alkoholi i zapachów47
  • Delikatne osuszanie skóry miękkim ręcznikiem i nakładanie środka nawilżającego, gdy skóra jest jeszcze wilgotna (w ciągu trzech minut po wyjściu z kąpieli lub prysznica)4849

Dodatkowe środki zapobiegawcze obejmują:5051

  • Kąpiel w rozcieńczonym wybielaczu dwa razy w tygodniu, która może złagodzić umiarkowane do ciężkiego atopowe zapalenie skóry dzięki właściwościom antyseptycznym i przeciwgronkowcowym wybielacza52
  • Stosowanie nawilżacza powietrza, zwłaszcza w zimie53
  • Radzenie sobie ze stresem i lękiem, które mogą nasilać atopowe zapalenie skóry5455
  • Noszenie luźnych ubrań wykonanych z bawełny i innych naturalnych materiałów, unikanie wełny lub syntetycznych włókien5657
  • Utrzymywanie odpowiedniego nawilżenia organizmu – picie co najmniej ośmiu szklanek wody dziennie58
Unikanie czynników wyzwalających

Identyfikacja i unikanie czynników wyzwalających jest ważnym krokiem w zapobieganiu zaostrzeniom AZS5960. Do najczęstszych czynników wyzwalających należą:6162

  • Wysuszenie skóry
  • Czynniki drażniące, takie jak produkty do czyszczenia gospodarstwa domowego, niektóre metale (np. nikiel), ostre mydła i żele do mycia ciała63
  • Stres emocjonalny
  • Kontakt z alergenami, takimi jak pyłki, roztocza kurzu domowego, sierść zwierząt64
  • Gorące lub wilgotne oraz zimne lub suche środowisko
  • Ekspozycja na słońce
  • Pocenie się
  • Zmiany hormonalne
  • Niektóre pokarmy (indywidualnie u różnych osób), takie jak pszenica, mleko krowie, jajka, soja65

W przypadku osób pracujących z chemikaliami lub czynnikami drażniącymi zaleca się noszenie środków ochrony indywidualnej lub odzieży ochronnej66. Można również stosować rękawiczki ochronne podczas wykonywania prac domowych lub mycia naczyń6768.

Programy edukacyjne dla pacjentów

Programy edukacyjne (programy szkoleniowe, szkoły egzemy) są zalecane jako uzupełnienie konwencjonalnej terapii AZS69. Formalne, ustrukturyzowane multidyscyplinarne programy edukacyjne dla dzieci i dorosłych zostały już ustanowione w niektórych krajach70.

Takie formalne programy szkoleniowe mają najsilniejsze dowody potwierdzające ich skuteczność, ale wymagają znacznych zasobów personalnych i finansowych71. Zrozumienie choroby i pełne poinformowanie przez świadczeniodawców opieki zdrowotnej jest ważne. Skuteczna edukacja ułatwia skuteczne leczenie72.

Edukacja pacjenta i rodziny jest ważna, aby podkreślić kroki zapobiegające wystąpieniu choroby73. Interdyscyplinarny program składający się z dermatologa, alergologa, psychiatry, pediatry i pielęgniarki może poprawić jakość życia pacjentów z AZS74.

Podsumowanie aktualnego stanu wiedzy

Ostatnie dziesięciolecia badań nad profilaktyką atopowego zapalenia skóry przyniosły niewiele sygnałów dotyczących prostych, bezpiecznych interwencji, które mogłyby być skuteczne na poziomie populacji75. Głównym wyjątkiem od braku pozytywnych wyników w zakresie profilaktyki AZS było stosowanie probiotyków7677.

Chociaż panel wytycznych Światowej Organizacji Alergii ustalił, że istnieje prawdopodobnie korzyść netto ze stosowania probiotyków w profilaktyce AZS, nadal istnieją obawy dotyczące heterogeniczności badań78. Wysokiej jakości metaanaliza indywidualnych danych pacjentów (IPD) mogłaby lepiej zidentyfikować, kto najbardziej korzysta z probiotyków, kiedy i dlaczego79.

Dalsze zrozumienie wpływów środowiskowych i ekspozomu jest kluczowe. Nadal potrzebne są badania wyjaśniające konkretne mechanizmy leżące u podstaw tych związków, zwłaszcza interakcji gospodarz-mikrob-środowisko, oraz w celu ukierunkowania skutecznych podejść do zarządzania tym rozpowszechnionym i uciążliwym zaburzeniem skóry80.

Oczekuje się, że w ciągu najbliższych 5 lat pojawią się nowe dowody dotyczące wzmacniania bariery jako strategii zapobiegania AZS81.

Najważniejszym aspektem obecnych i przyszłych badań nad profilaktyką jest kontynuacja wysiłków mających na celu zrozumienie biologicznej i wieloczynnikowej złożoności leżącej u podstaw rozwoju AZS82.

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    Despite advances in atopic dermatitis (AD) treatments, research into AD prevention has been slow. […] Systematic reviews suggest that probiotics could reduce AD incidence by around 20%, although the studies are quite variable and might benefit from individual patient data meta-analysis. […] Skin barrier enhancement from birth to prevent AD and food allergy has received recent interest, and results from national trials are awaited. […] It is possible that trying to influence major immunological changes that characterise AD at birth through infant-directed interventions may be too late, and more attention might be directed at fetal programming in utero. […] Prevention of disease is arguably a much more logical and cost-effective way to manage the burden of a disease such as AD than focussing solely on drug treatment of sick individuals who seek medical help after a long chain of irreversible pathological events.
  • #2 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    Prevention of disease is arguably a much more logical and cost-effective way to manage the burden of a disease such as AD than focusing solely on drug treatment of sick individuals who seek medical help after a long chain of irreversible pathological events. […] The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (non-digestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] The main outside in approaches for preventing AD, sensitisation and food allergy have included attempts to reduce airborne allergens such as house dust mite at the time of birth, increasing exposure to an anthroposophic environment and measures to enhance the skin barrier.
  • #3 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    Since the discovery of a strong association between AD and loss-of-function mutations in FLG, the gene encoding filaggrin an essential protein for healthy skin barrier function, interest has increased on the potential benefits of skin barrier enhancement as a means of preventing AD and food allergy. […] The first of these studies (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention (BEEP) trial) is investigating daily emollient for the first year of life in babies born to atopic families. […] The second, the Preventing Atopic Dermatitis and Allergies in children study (PreventADALL), is a factorial trial a trial whereby two or more interventions are carried out and assessed simultaneously. […] Results of BEEP and PreventADALL are not available at the time of writing. […] A systematic review of house dust mite avoidance strategies (alone or with allergen avoidance) that included 7 RCTs concluded such modalities do not decrease the risk of developing AD.
  • #4 Is it Possible to Prevent Atopic Dermatitis? | National Eczema Association
    https://nationaleczema.org/blog/preventing-eczema-in-infants/
    The main areas of research into the primary prevention of AD can be categorized according to timing of the intervention, i.e. altering risk factors in the mother prior to infant birth (prenatal) or changing things about the experience of the at-risk infant at and shortly after birth (peri-natal). Methods that have been explored for predicting AD primarily include improving the skin barrier using emollients and moisturizers, altering dietary intake, limiting or altering the environment and changing the microbiome using probiotics to allow good bacteria to develop on the skin and in the gut rather than colonization of disease producing bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus. […] In an initial study of 124 infants known to be at high risk for developing AD (a parent or sibling have AD, asthma or allergic rhinitis) parents were instructed to apply full-body emollient therapy at least once a day starting three weeks post-birth while the control group of parents were instructed not to apply emollients. Daily emollient use significantly reduced the incidence of AD development at six months, with 43% of the infants not given emollients developing AD while only 22% of infants receiving emollients daily developed AD (50% reduced risk).
  • #5 Atopic Dermatitis Prevention and Treatment | MDedge Dermatology
    https://www.mdedge9-ma1.mdedge.com/dermatology/article/146011/atopic-dermatitis/atopic-dermatitis-prevention-and-treatment
    Prevention strategies for AD have been largely unsuccessful in the past, which may relate to factors such as prenatal triggers. However, some newer interventional studies have shown some promise in AD prevention in specific settings. For example, a randomized trial of infants in the United States and United Kingdom at high risk for AD (ie, family history of atopy) reported that the AD risk was reduced by 50% when patients were treated with at least once-daily application of full-body emollients for 6 months (beginning by 3 weeks of life). The strategy of daily application of emollients for avoidance of AD in infants with a family history of AD is reasonable but may not offer lifetime prevention, and the benefit in children not from AD families is unknown. […] Other trials to prevent AD have included usage of dust avoidance and dust covers for mattresses. This strategy showed modest benefit in reducing the incidence of atopic diatheses in the first year but did not gain endorsement by the most recent guidelines of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
  • #6 Is it Possible to Prevent Atopic Dermatitis? | National Eczema Association
    https://nationaleczema.org/blog/preventing-eczema-in-infants/
    One of the largest emollient as prevention studies to date (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention, BEEP) that followed 1,394 infants either given emollients (693 infants) or just general skin care advice (701 infants) for three, four or five years, found that emollients did not prevent AD, asthma, food allergy or rhinitis. […] Current data also suggests that infants need to be followed for longer periods of time to better understand what symptoms they go on to develop and if emollients may be better at delaying rather than preventing AD development. […] Research exploring the diet of the mother or infant to prevent AD has included exclusive breastfeeding, either delay or early introduction of foods other than milk, maternal or infant dietary restrictions and ingesting dietary supplements such as Vitamin D. While some of these things may be important for the general health of an infant, none to date have showed clear evidence of preventing AD.
  • #7 Eczema in children: uncertainties addressed
    https://evidence.nihr.ac.uk/collection/eczema-in-children-uncertainties-addressed/
    Using emollients from birth does not prevent eczema in infants at high risk. […] Daily emollient application did not prevent or delay eczema or reduce its severity. […] A 2022 Cochrane review of skin care interventions to prevent eczema was funded by the NIHR, and included the BEEP trial. It reaffirmed the findings among healthy infants during the first year of life. […] The findings relate to the use of emollients to prevent eczema. For the management of established eczema, emollients are an important part of eczema treatment. […] Emollients are an important part of eczema treatment. They are recommended for all patients as a leave-on treatment to add and help retain moisture in the skin. […] Bath emollients should not be offered to children with eczema. […] The trial found that bath emollients provide no clinical benefit and are therefore not a useful additional treatment for children receiving standard eczema care.
  • #8
    https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/groups/cebd/projects/1eczema/beep-maintrial.aspx
    The BEEP study has shown that applying emollients to babies from birth does not prevent eczema. […] The BEEP study has shown that applying emollients from birth does not prevent eczema developing by the age of 2 in babies that are at a higher risk of developing eczema because someone in their family has or had eczema, asthma or hayfever. […] Although the BEEP study showed that using emollients dont work for preventing eczema, this is different from using emollients to treat eczema. Other studies have shown that emollients are a helpful part of treatment once a child has developed eczema.
  • #9 Eczema in children: uncertainties addressed
    https://evidence.nihr.ac.uk/collection/eczema-in-children-uncertainties-addressed/
    Using emollients from birth does not prevent eczema in infants at high risk. […] Daily emollient application did not prevent or delay eczema or reduce its severity. […] A 2022 Cochrane review of skin care interventions to prevent eczema was funded by the NIHR, and included the BEEP trial. It reaffirmed the findings among healthy infants during the first year of life. […] The findings relate to the use of emollients to prevent eczema. For the management of established eczema, emollients are an important part of eczema treatment. […] Emollients are an important part of eczema treatment. They are recommended for all patients as a leave-on treatment to add and help retain moisture in the skin. […] Bath emollients should not be offered to children with eczema. […] The trial found that bath emollients provide no clinical benefit and are therefore not a useful additional treatment for children receiving standard eczema care.
  • #10 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (nondigestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] A systematic review in 2019 of 22 pooled trials published between January 2008 and May 2018 showed a reduction in AD incidence for those receiving probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and/or infancy. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics. […] Probiotic use has consistently shown modest benefit and good safety when tested in different populations around the world, prompting the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel to determine that there is a likely net benefit from using probiotics resulting primarily from prevention of eczema. […] New evidence is likely to emerge on barrier enhancement as a strategy for AD prevention over the next 5 years.
  • #11 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    Prevention of disease is arguably a much more logical and cost-effective way to manage the burden of a disease such as AD than focusing solely on drug treatment of sick individuals who seek medical help after a long chain of irreversible pathological events. […] The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (non-digestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] The main outside in approaches for preventing AD, sensitisation and food allergy have included attempts to reduce airborne allergens such as house dust mite at the time of birth, increasing exposure to an anthroposophic environment and measures to enhance the skin barrier.
  • #12 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (nondigestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] A systematic review in 2019 of 22 pooled trials published between January 2008 and May 2018 showed a reduction in AD incidence for those receiving probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and/or infancy. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics. […] Probiotic use has consistently shown modest benefit and good safety when tested in different populations around the world, prompting the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel to determine that there is a likely net benefit from using probiotics resulting primarily from prevention of eczema. […] New evidence is likely to emerge on barrier enhancement as a strategy for AD prevention over the next 5 years.
  • #13
    https://journals.lww.com/ijpd/fulltext/2019/20020/prevention_of_atopic_dermatitis__etiological.1.aspx
    After showing the feasibility and safety of emollient use in 22 infants from the age of 3 weeks to 6 months, an American-British trial randomized 124 high-risk babies to either a treatment arm of at least daily full-body moisturizer starting from 3 weeks of age or a no emollient control arm. […] A relative risk reduction of 50% for development of AD was found in the treatment arm, with no difference in adverse effects. […] A prospective, randomized, controlled, Japanese study of 118 neonates showed 32% lower cumulative incidence of AD at 32 weeks for infants treated with daily emulsion-type moisturizer than for the controls. […] We found a trend to reduced AD risk at 6 and 12 months with intention-to-treat analysis. […] Given the observed dysbiosis observed in AD, it has been suggested that probiotics may have benefits for both prevention and treatment of AD. […] Recent meta-analyses of perinatal use of probiotics suggest an associated reduction of AD incidence of 20%-24% and a preventative role, especially when given during the late antenatal period and first 36 months of life.
  • #14 Atopic Dermatitis Prevention and Treatment | MDedge Dermatology
    https://www.mdedge9-ma1.mdedge.com/dermatology/article/146011/atopic-dermatitis/atopic-dermatitis-prevention-and-treatment
    Prenatal and postnatal (maternal and child) supplementation of Lactobacillus rhamnosus has shown promise in prevention. The exact regimen likely makes an impact on efficacy. An early study showed the usage of probiotics (eg, Lactobacillus reuteri) prenatally in pregnant women and postnatally in infants resulted in no reduction in occurrence of AD and possible reduction in IgE-associated AD. Kalliomki et al demonstrated that L rhamnosus GG alone reduced AD by half in at-risk infants in a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. […] The most successful recent trial involved the randomization of 415 pregnant women to receive interventions from 36 weeks gestation until 3 months postpartum. The intervention was a randomized comparison of milk without probiotics versus a blend of probiotic milk containing L rhamnosus GG, Lactobacillus acidophilus La-5, and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp lactis Bb-12. At 6 years of age, 81 babies who consumed probiotic milk and 82 babies who consumed milk without probiotics were available for testing. The strategy caused a statistically significant reduction in AD in the complete case analysis (odds ratio, 0.48; 95% confidence interval, 0.25-0.92; P=.027; number needed to treat, 6). Sadly, other allergic diseases were not prevented in this study.
  • #15 Atopic Dermatitis Treatment & Management: Medical Care, Diet, Activity
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1049085-treatment
    Moisturization is important on an ongoing basis and may prevent flares. […] Patients should be advised to apply an emollient (moisturizer) such as petrolatum or Aquaphor all over the body while it is wet so as to seal in moisture and allow water to be absorbed through the stratum corneum. […] Probiotics have been recommended as a therapeutic option for the treatment of AD. The rationale for their use is that bacterial products may induce an immune response of the Th1 series instead of Th2 and could therefore inhibit the development of allergic IgE antibody production. Some limited benefit in preventive and therapeutic roles has been reported. […] In January 2015, the World Allergy Organization recommend the use of probiotics by pregnant and lactating women and their breastfed infants to prevent the development of AD. […] Food avoidance is discussed elsewhere (see Diet).
  • #16
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13671-024-00448-6
    Atopic dermatitis (AD) poses a significant financial and disease burden on affected patients and families, prompting increased interest in primary prevention strategies. This review summarizes promising interventions aimed at preventing AD in childhood, with a focus on evidence from recent clinical trials and large cohort studies. […] While prophylactic emollient use for AD prevention initially appeared promising, recent follow up studies have cast doubt on its effectiveness. Perinatal probiotics may moderately reduce the risk of childhood AD, especially among children at high-risk of allergic disease. However, there are insufficient high-quality studies to support prebiotic supplements, breastfeeding, partially hydrolyzed infant formula, other perinatal nutritional supplements, or specific material diets for prevention of AD.
  • #17 Probiotics in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://www.worldallergy.org/component/content/article/probiotics-in-the-treatment-of-atopic-dermatitis?catid=17&Itemid=101
    Probiotics and prebiotics appear to be effective in reducing the incidence of atopic dermatitis in infants, but their role in atopic dermatitis treatment is controversial. […] Based on current systematic review evidence, the most promising intervention for the prevention of AD is the use of probiotics (and possibly prebiotics) during the late stages of pregnancy and early life. […] There is no reliable evidence to date that strongly supports their safe application of probiotics. In spite of the weak evidence, a considerable number of clinicians prescribe the use of probiotics for the prevention of eczema.
  • #18 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (nondigestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] A systematic review in 2019 of 22 pooled trials published between January 2008 and May 2018 showed a reduction in AD incidence for those receiving probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and/or infancy. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics. […] Probiotic use has consistently shown modest benefit and good safety when tested in different populations around the world, prompting the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel to determine that there is a likely net benefit from using probiotics resulting primarily from prevention of eczema. […] New evidence is likely to emerge on barrier enhancement as a strategy for AD prevention over the next 5 years.
  • #19 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    Two large prevention RCTs have been set up to test the hypothesis that emollients from birth can prevent AD. […] The first of these studies (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention (BEEP) trial) is investigating daily emollient for the first year of life in babies born to atopic families. […] The second, the Preventing Atopic Dermatitis and Allergies in children study (PreventADALL), is a factorial trial comparing skin care and consecutive introduction of allergenic foods. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] Although the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel has determined that there is a net benefit of probiotics for AD prevention, concerns regarding the heterogeneity of studies remains.
  • #20 Is it Possible to Prevent Atopic Dermatitis? | National Eczema Association
    https://nationaleczema.org/blog/preventing-eczema-in-infants/
    One of the largest emollient as prevention studies to date (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention, BEEP) that followed 1,394 infants either given emollients (693 infants) or just general skin care advice (701 infants) for three, four or five years, found that emollients did not prevent AD, asthma, food allergy or rhinitis. […] Current data also suggests that infants need to be followed for longer periods of time to better understand what symptoms they go on to develop and if emollients may be better at delaying rather than preventing AD development. […] Research exploring the diet of the mother or infant to prevent AD has included exclusive breastfeeding, either delay or early introduction of foods other than milk, maternal or infant dietary restrictions and ingesting dietary supplements such as Vitamin D. While some of these things may be important for the general health of an infant, none to date have showed clear evidence of preventing AD.
  • #21 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | Can Eczema be prevented| PatientsEngage
    https://www.patientsengage.com/conditions/atopic-dermatitis/prevention
    Exclusive breast feeding for at least 6 months has been shown to be the best risk reduction factor in the prevention and development of Atopic Dermatitis. Children exclusively breast fed for 4 months or more had significantly less Atopic Dermatitis compared with children receiving partial breast feeding. […] Dermatologist Dr Belinda Vaz delves deep into the causes, types and preventive measures for Atopic Dermatitis or eczema in children.
  • #22 Can anything prevent my child from getting eczema?
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/childhood/atopic-dermatitis-child-get
    As the number of children who develop atopic dermatitis (AD) grows, so do the studies looking for a way to prevent it. So far, no one thing guarantees your child wont develop AD, the most common type of eczema. Making some lifestyle changes, however, may reduce your childs risk. […] Findings from one study suggest that breastfeeding may help newborns at high risk of developing AD. […] In this study, breastfeeding a high-risk newborn reduced the childs chance of developing AD by 33%. Researchers also discovered that breastfeeding a child with a high risk of developing AD may protect the child from getting severe AD. […] According to this study, the childs risk was lower when mothers: Breastfed for 4 to 6 months […] The findings also suggest that for the babys first 4 months of life, a mother should breastfeed only. No solid foods should be given during this time. The risk of developing AD was higher when babies were fed solid foods before 4 months of age.
  • #23 Can anything prevent my child from getting eczema?
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/childhood/atopic-dermatitis-child-get
    If your child has a high risk of developing AD, breastfeeding for the first 4 months may reduce your childs risk. Breastfeeding also has many other health benefits. […] Mothers-to-be who eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, fish, and vitamin D may reduce their childs risk of developing eczema. […] After looking at findings from 42 studies, researchers discovered that children had a lower risk of developing AD when their mothers ate a healthy diet while pregnant. […] Taking a probiotic during pregnancy may also slightly lower the risk of a child developing AD. […] Research shows that following the diet described above may lower your childs risk of developing AD. […] In looking at 42 studies, researchers found that when mothers stopped eating these foods, it didnt change a childs risk of developing AD.
  • #24 Dermatitis – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatitis
    Prevention of atopic dermatitis is typically with essential fatty acids, and may be treated with moisturizers and steroid creams. […] The steroid creams should generally be of mid-to high strength and used for less than two weeks at a time, as side effects can occur. […] There is moderate certainty evidence that the use of skin care interventions such as emollients within the first year of life of an infant’s life is not effective in preventing eczema. […] In fact, it may increase the risk of skin infection and of unwanted effects such as allergic reaction to certain moisturizers and a stinging sensation. […] Exclusive breastfeeding of infants during at least the first few months may decrease the risk. […] There is no good evidence that a mother’s diet during pregnancy or breastfeeding affects the risk, nor is there evidence that delayed introduction of certain foods is useful.
  • #25 Can anything prevent my child from getting eczema?
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/childhood/atopic-dermatitis-child-get
    If your child has a high risk of developing AD, breastfeeding for the first 4 months may reduce your childs risk. Breastfeeding also has many other health benefits. […] Mothers-to-be who eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, fish, and vitamin D may reduce their childs risk of developing eczema. […] After looking at findings from 42 studies, researchers discovered that children had a lower risk of developing AD when their mothers ate a healthy diet while pregnant. […] Taking a probiotic during pregnancy may also slightly lower the risk of a child developing AD. […] Research shows that following the diet described above may lower your childs risk of developing AD. […] In looking at 42 studies, researchers found that when mothers stopped eating these foods, it didnt change a childs risk of developing AD.
  • #26 Can anything prevent my child from getting eczema?
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/childhood/atopic-dermatitis-child-get
    Eliminating certain foods from your diet may not reduce your childs risk of developing eczema. […] Applying moisturizer may reduce your childs risk of developing AD. […] In this study, the group of children being moisturized developed 50% less AD than the other group of children. […] The findings from studies suggest that having a dog in the home may reduce a childs risk of developing AD.
  • #27 Study Highlights Advances in Understanding Risk, Prevention Measures for Atopic Dermatitis
    https://www.hcplive.com/view/study-highlights-advances-understanding-risk-prevention-measures-for-atopic-dermatitis
    Dietary factors, including histamine-rich foods and sugar, may impact atopic dermatitis risk and severity. […] A new study suggests that dietary factors such as intake of histamine-rich foods and sugar may impact risk of atopic dermatitis as well as disease severity. […] The team also noted research that considered dietary influences on the presence of atopic dermatitis, specifically noting findings that had linked high sugar intake and fructose-rich beverage use with increased allergic sensitization. […] Additionally, the investigators reported on prior data showing that histamine intolerance, resulting from reduced activity of the enzyme diamine oxidase (DAO), had been suggested as a potential factor in atopic dermatitis. They noted that lower-histamine diets were recommended to manage sensitivity symptoms.
  • #28 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) are recommended as an adjunct to the conventional therapy of AD. […] Formal, structured multidisciplinary educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) for children and adults have already been established in some countries. […] Such formal training programs have the strongest supportive evidence, but do require significant personnel and financial resources. […] Even if food allergies are present, effective treatment for AD is still centered on good skin care and topical therapies. […] Environmental modifications mainly stem from expert/consensus recommendations as there are few well-controlled studies. General recommendations are to avoid known mechanical and chemical irritants, such as wool, acids, bleaches, and solvents, and any clear triggers/exacerbants particular to the individual (e.g. excessive heat in some cases).
  • #29 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    Since the discovery of a strong association between AD and loss-of-function mutations in FLG, the gene encoding filaggrin an essential protein for healthy skin barrier function, interest has increased on the potential benefits of skin barrier enhancement as a means of preventing AD and food allergy. […] The first of these studies (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention (BEEP) trial) is investigating daily emollient for the first year of life in babies born to atopic families. […] The second, the Preventing Atopic Dermatitis and Allergies in children study (PreventADALL), is a factorial trial a trial whereby two or more interventions are carried out and assessed simultaneously. […] Results of BEEP and PreventADALL are not available at the time of writing. […] A systematic review of house dust mite avoidance strategies (alone or with allergen avoidance) that included 7 RCTs concluded such modalities do not decrease the risk of developing AD.
  • #30 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    The current workgroup notes that in patients who are sensitized to HDM and whose AD is uncontrolled, the clinician could consider recommending a house dust mite cover for the pillow and mattress. […] Allergen-specific immunotherapies have been used in the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis and are now being tested for AD management. […] At this time, there is little data to support the majority of complementary therapies tried for AD management.
  • #31 Can anything prevent my child from getting eczema?
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/childhood/atopic-dermatitis-child-get
    Eliminating certain foods from your diet may not reduce your childs risk of developing eczema. […] Applying moisturizer may reduce your childs risk of developing AD. […] In this study, the group of children being moisturized developed 50% less AD than the other group of children. […] The findings from studies suggest that having a dog in the home may reduce a childs risk of developing AD.
  • #32 Can Atopic Dermatitis Be Prevented? | Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas
    https://actasdermo.org/en-can-atopic-dermatitis-be-prevented-articulo-S1578219015000724
    The hygiene hypothesis posits that reduced exposure to specific microorganisms during key periods of development leads to immunologic modification favoring acquisition or maintenance of an atopic phenotype. […] In utero, the intestine is sterile, although it quickly becomes colonized after delivery. […] The presence of pets during the first year of life could protect against AD. […] Secondary prevention measures are aimed at reducing the number and intensity of outbreaks and preventing or diminishing the atopic march. […] If we assume that the atopic march is causal and that it is due, at least in part, to a defective skin barrier, then it could be avoided or at least diminished if we could restore the skin barrier. […] In AD, inflammation produces a series of cytokines that can exercise a negative effect on the expression of filaggrin and the synthesis of specific lipids present in the stratum corneum, thus leading to greater transepidermal elimination of water and more marked loss of barrier function.
  • #33 Can Atopic Dermatitis Be Prevented? | Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas
    http://www.actasdermo.org/en-can-atopic-dermatitis-be-prevented-articulo-S1578219015000724
    The hygiene hypothesis posits that reduced exposure to specific microorganisms during key periods of development leads to immunologic modification favoring acquisition or maintenance of an atopic phenotype. […] Probiotics are useful for prevention of AD, but only if they are administered sequentially during the last months of pregnancy and the first months of life. […] The presence of pets during the first year of life could protect against AD. […] Secondary prevention measures are aimed at reducing the number and intensity of outbreaks and preventing or diminishing the atopic march. […] If we assume that the atopic march is causal and that it is due, at least in part, to a defective skin barrier, then it could be avoided or at least diminished if we could restore the skin barrier.
  • #34 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, chronic inflammatory dermatosis that can affect all age groups. This evidence-based guideline addresses important clinical questions that arise in its management. In this final section, treatments for flare prevention and adjunctive and complementary therapies and approaches are reviewed. Suggestions on utilization are given based on available evidence. […] The strategy required to minimize recurrence varies depending on the individual and his or her frequency, severity, and sites of disease. Moisturizers should be an integral part of the maintenance treatment plan given their low risk and ability to improve skin hydration; some may also address the negative effects of epidermal barrier dysfunction. […] Two studies have demonstrated that daily moisturizer use can lengthen the time to first flare, compared to no treatment.
  • #35 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, chronic inflammatory dermatosis that can affect all age groups. This evidence-based guideline addresses important clinical questions that arise in its management. In this final section, treatments for flare prevention and adjunctive and complementary therapies and approaches are reviewed. Suggestions on utilization are given based on available evidence. […] The strategy required to minimize recurrence varies depending on the individual and his or her frequency, severity, and sites of disease. Moisturizers should be an integral part of the maintenance treatment plan given their low risk and ability to improve skin hydration; some may also address the negative effects of epidermal barrier dysfunction. […] Two studies have demonstrated that daily moisturizer use can lengthen the time to first flare, compared to no treatment.
  • #36 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    However, some individuals benefit from a more proactive method, whereby topical corticosteroids (TCS) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) are applied to previously involved and newly involved skin on a scheduled, intermittent basis and moisturizers used to all areas. […] Continued use of either topical corticosteroids (1-2 per week) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (2-3 per week) after disease stabilization, to previously involved skin, is recommended to reduce subsequent flares or relapses. […] Proactive application of TCS or TCIs thus appears to be an effective strategy for AD flare prevention, but there remain unanswered questions with use. […] The optimal interval of scheduled intermittent use is not clear due to variation between studies in terms of twice weekly, three times weekly, versus two consecutive days weekly of application.
  • #37 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    However, some individuals benefit from a more proactive method, whereby topical corticosteroids (TCS) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) are applied to previously involved and newly involved skin on a scheduled, intermittent basis and moisturizers used to all areas. […] Continued use of either topical corticosteroids (1-2 per week) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (2-3 per week) after disease stabilization, to previously involved skin, is recommended to reduce subsequent flares or relapses. […] Proactive application of TCS or TCIs thus appears to be an effective strategy for AD flare prevention, but there remain unanswered questions with use. […] The optimal interval of scheduled intermittent use is not clear due to variation between studies in terms of twice weekly, three times weekly, versus two consecutive days weekly of application.
  • #38 Atopic Dermatitis Treatment — DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/treatment-of-atopic-dermatitis
    Weekend treatment: When the dermatitis is under control, apply the steroid two days per week to any new or old areas of dermatitis, and then take a break for five days. […] Topical calcineurin inhibitors are topical immunomodulators and work in a different way from corticosteroids. […] Biological agents block specific steps in the inflammatory pathway. […] There is little published data on the treatment of atopic dermatitis in skin of colour, in part due to under-representation in clinical trials. […] Treatments should take into account genetics, skin phototype, and cultural practices.
  • #39 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    However, some individuals benefit from a more proactive method, whereby topical corticosteroids (TCS) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) are applied to previously involved and newly involved skin on a scheduled, intermittent basis and moisturizers used to all areas. […] Continued use of either topical corticosteroids (1-2 per week) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (2-3 per week) after disease stabilization, to previously involved skin, is recommended to reduce subsequent flares or relapses. […] Proactive application of TCS or TCIs thus appears to be an effective strategy for AD flare prevention, but there remain unanswered questions with use. […] The optimal interval of scheduled intermittent use is not clear due to variation between studies in terms of twice weekly, three times weekly, versus two consecutive days weekly of application.
  • #40 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    However, some individuals benefit from a more proactive method, whereby topical corticosteroids (TCS) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs) are applied to previously involved and newly involved skin on a scheduled, intermittent basis and moisturizers used to all areas. […] Continued use of either topical corticosteroids (1-2 per week) or topical calcineurin inhibitors (2-3 per week) after disease stabilization, to previously involved skin, is recommended to reduce subsequent flares or relapses. […] Proactive application of TCS or TCIs thus appears to be an effective strategy for AD flare prevention, but there remain unanswered questions with use. […] The optimal interval of scheduled intermittent use is not clear due to variation between studies in terms of twice weekly, three times weekly, versus two consecutive days weekly of application.
  • #41 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #42 Atopic eczema
    https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/atopic-eczema
    Both genetic and environmental factors play a role. Current evidence points to mutations in the filaggrin gene being likely to underlie almost half the cases of atopic eczema. The relevance of this finding is that it reinforces the importance of the regular use of emollients to help manage eczema. […] Complete emollient therapy to the whole skin every day – the correct use of moisturisers, and soap substitutes. […] Emollients are the mainstay of therapy and without them it is not possible to manage eczema effectively. Good evidence shows that the more emollients are used, the less topical steroids are needed. Compliance is essential and so always review patients to check they are happy with what has been prescribed – it may be necessary to try a range of emollients before the patient settles on the best combination.
  • #43 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #44 Eczema – symptoms, causes and treatment | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/eczema
    Eczema is a common skin condition where your skin becomes dry, itchy and easily irritated. […] Applying moisturiser regularly helps protect your skin. […] It’s important to: use moisturisers regularly to protect your skin, avoid your eczema triggers, treat flare ups. […] Protect your skin by applying a moisturiser or emollient at least 2 times each day. Use the moisturiser even when your eczema is under control. […] If you know what triggers your eczema, your doctor may be able to help you develop an eczema action plan. This is your personal guide for how to manage your eczema and prevent it from flaring up. […] Some things your doctor may recommend: Moisturise daily even when your skin is healthy, Avoid your triggers, Avoid overheating and make sure your baths and showers aren’t too hot, Rinse off straight after swimming, especially if swimming in a chlorinated pool.
  • #45 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #46 Atopic Dermatitis: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2020/0515/p590.html
    Atopic dermatitis (atopic eczema) is a chronic relapsing and remitting inflammatory skin disease affecting one in 10 people in their lifetime. […] Maintenance therapy consists of liberal use of emollients and daily bathing with soap-free cleansers. […] Emollients should be used as the primary therapy for atopic dermatitis flare-ups and maintenance. […] Once-daily bathing with lukewarm water that is limited to five to 10 minutes is recommended for patients with atopic dermatitis. […] Emollients help retain and replenish epidermal moisture, decrease disease severity, and prolong the interval between flare-ups, and they should be used as the primary therapy for flare-ups and maintenance. […] Several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have demonstrated that emollients can be used as primary prevention in infants at risk of developing atopic dermatitis, specifically those with a first-degree relative who has atopy.
  • #47 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #48 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #49 Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): Symptoms, Causes, Triggers, & Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/eczema-basics
    You cant really prevent atopic dermatitis, but you can take steps to reduce your risk of flare-ups, such as: […] Avoid your triggers. Figure out what triggers your flare-ups and try to avoid them. Your doctor can help you figure out strategies for this. […] Take care of your skin. It’s key to keep your skin moisturized. […] When you bathe, use warm, not hot, water. Use mild soaps or non-soap cleaners, such as castile bar soaps. Avoid deodorant or antibacterial soaps because these can really dry your skin out. If you’re taking a bath, try using some colloidal oatmeal to help lock moisture in your skin and soothe inflamed, itchy skin. Colloidal oatmeal is finely ground oatmeal made specifically for bathing. Soak for less than 10 minutes, then pat dry. […] Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within 3 minutes after you get out of the bath or shower). Moisturize at least twice daily with creams, oils, sprays, ointments, or a combination of these. Look for products that have no perfumes or dyes that could irritate your skin. […] Know more about how to prevent atopic dermatitis flare-ups.
  • #50 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353279
    Taking care of sensitive skin is the first step in treating atopic dermatitis and preventing flares. To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care measures: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Find a product or combination of products that works for you. […] Apply an anti-itch cream to the affected area. A nonprescription cream containing at least 1% hydrocortisone can temporarily relieve the itch. […] Take a bleach bath. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a bleach bath for relief from severe or frequent flares. Talk with your health care provider about whether this is a good option for you. […] A diluted-bleach bath decreases bacteria on the skin and related infections. […] Use a humidifier. Hot, dry indoor air can parch sensitive skin and worsen itching and flaking. […] Treat stress and anxiety. Stress and other emotional disorders can worsen atopic dermatitis. Being aware of stress and anxiety and taking steps to improve your emotional health may help your skin too.
  • #51 Eczema causes and prevention | Uniprix – Uniprix
    https://www.uniprix.com/en/tips/3/dermo-cosmetic/eczema-causes-and-management
    Controlling exposure to your triggers is a great way to reduce eczema flares-up, but there are many other prevention measures that can help. […] Take at least one lukewarm bath or shower every day (more during flare-ups). […] Apply a generous quantity of moisturizer or lotion to your skin while it is still damp. This will help to trap the moisture. […] Use moisturizer every day, even between flare-ups. This will keep your skin well hydrated, which will reduce the risk of future bouts. […] Choose garments made of cotton, not wool, linen, hemp or synthetic fibres, which tend to be rougher. […] When it comes to eczema, properly hydrating your skin is by far the most important treatment measure. Dont wait for a flare-up to act. Put these measures in place every day!
  • #52 Atopic Dermatitis: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2020/0515/p590.html
    Regular bathing helps hydrate and cleanse the skin by removing scales, crusts, bacteria, allergens, and irritants. […] Twice-weekly bathing with dilute bleach improves moderate to severe atopic dermatitis because of bleach’s antiseptic and antistaphylococcal properties. […] Topical corticosteroids should be used as first-line treatment for atopic dermatitis flare-ups. […] Topical calcineurin inhibitors may be used as first-line treatment for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in combination with topical steroids. […] There is no high-quality evidence supporting oral antibiotics for prophylaxis, and they should be used only to treat secondary bacterial infections. […] Evidence supporting popular over-the-counter supplements, including evening primrose oil, oral borage oil, probiotics, and St. John’s wort, as effective treatments for atopic dermatitis is lacking.
  • #53 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353279
    Taking care of sensitive skin is the first step in treating atopic dermatitis and preventing flares. To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care measures: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Find a product or combination of products that works for you. […] Apply an anti-itch cream to the affected area. A nonprescription cream containing at least 1% hydrocortisone can temporarily relieve the itch. […] Take a bleach bath. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a bleach bath for relief from severe or frequent flares. Talk with your health care provider about whether this is a good option for you. […] A diluted-bleach bath decreases bacteria on the skin and related infections. […] Use a humidifier. Hot, dry indoor air can parch sensitive skin and worsen itching and flaking. […] Treat stress and anxiety. Stress and other emotional disorders can worsen atopic dermatitis. Being aware of stress and anxiety and taking steps to improve your emotional health may help your skin too.
  • #54 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353279
    Taking care of sensitive skin is the first step in treating atopic dermatitis and preventing flares. To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care measures: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Find a product or combination of products that works for you. […] Apply an anti-itch cream to the affected area. A nonprescription cream containing at least 1% hydrocortisone can temporarily relieve the itch. […] Take a bleach bath. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a bleach bath for relief from severe or frequent flares. Talk with your health care provider about whether this is a good option for you. […] A diluted-bleach bath decreases bacteria on the skin and related infections. […] Use a humidifier. Hot, dry indoor air can parch sensitive skin and worsen itching and flaking. […] Treat stress and anxiety. Stress and other emotional disorders can worsen atopic dermatitis. Being aware of stress and anxiety and taking steps to improve your emotional health may help your skin too.
  • #55 Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
    https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/eczema-atopic-dermatitis.html
    Help prevent or treat eczema by keeping your child’s skin from getting dry or itchy and avoiding triggers that cause flare-ups. Try these suggestions: […] Kids should avoid becoming overheated, which can lead to flare-ups. […] Get rid of known allergens in your household and help your child avoid others, like pollen, mold, and tobacco smoke. […] Stress can make eczema worse. Help your child find ways to deal with stress (like exercise, deep breathing, or talking to a counselor).
  • #56 Eczema: What It Is, Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9998-eczema
    Moisturize your skin regularly or when your skin becomes dry. Seal in moisture after a bath or shower by immediately applying moisturizer to your skin. […] Take baths or showers with warm, not hot, water. […] Stay hydrated and drink at least eight glasses of water each day. Water helps keep your skin moist. […] Wear loose clothes made of cotton and other natural materials. Wash new clothing before wearing it. Avoid wool or synthetic fibers. […] Manage your stress and emotional triggers. See a psychiatrist for medication and a therapist for counseling if you’re experiencing symptoms of poor mental/emotional health. […] Use a humidifier if dry air makes your skin dry. […] Avoid irritants and allergens.
  • #57
    https://www.healthxchange.sg/head-neck/skin-health/eczema-atopic-dermatitis-how-to-prevent
    Pollen or other allergens like pet hair and dust can stick to your laundry. […] After washing your hands and showering, pat your skin dry with a soft towel. […] Most mineral sunblock has moisturising properties and theyre the best choice of sunblock for sensitive skin. […] Insect bites are a natural irritant that can trigger eczema rashes. […] Wearing clothes that rub against irritated skin all day is really uncomfortable and painful. […] Eczema can be caused by too much sweat or too-dry skin. Keep your skin moisturised to prevent a flare. […] Some patients have lots of anxiety about future eczema flare-ups and this affects their sleep quality. […] Dealing with eczema flares can be stressful because of the itch, redness, and general discomfort. These tips could help you prevent severe flares and improve your quality of life with atopic eczema.
  • #58 Eczema: What It Is, Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9998-eczema
    Moisturize your skin regularly or when your skin becomes dry. Seal in moisture after a bath or shower by immediately applying moisturizer to your skin. […] Take baths or showers with warm, not hot, water. […] Stay hydrated and drink at least eight glasses of water each day. Water helps keep your skin moist. […] Wear loose clothes made of cotton and other natural materials. Wash new clothing before wearing it. Avoid wool or synthetic fibers. […] Manage your stress and emotional triggers. See a psychiatrist for medication and a therapist for counseling if you’re experiencing symptoms of poor mental/emotional health. […] Use a humidifier if dry air makes your skin dry. […] Avoid irritants and allergens.
  • #59 How to prevent flare-ups for atopic dermatitis: Tips and seeking help
    https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-to-prevent-atopic-dermatitis-flare-ups
    While there may be no cure for atopic dermatitis, there are effective strategies for reducing its impact on a persons life. These include reducing stress, avoiding triggers, moisturizing skin, and wearing loose-fitting clothing. […] Preventing atopic dermatitis flare-ups can reduce discomfort and frustration, helping individuals to live more comfortably. […] Managing stress is an essential part of preventing flare-ups. […] To help prevent flare-ups, it is crucial to maintain optimal skin hydration. […] Identifying and avoiding irritants and triggers is a crucial step for preventing atopic dermatitis flare-ups. […] Wearing tight-fitting clothing can cause friction and irritation, which may contribute to flare-ups. Choosing loose, breathable clothing can help reduce these risks. […] Environmental factors such as dust, smoke, and pet dander can exacerbate atopic dermatitis symptoms. To help prevent flare-ups, a person can take measures to minimize exposure to these irritants.
  • #60 Atopic dermatitis (eczema) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atopic-dermatitis-eczema/symptoms-causes/syc-20353273
    Moisturizing regularly and following other skin care habits can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks (flares). […] Developing a basic skin care routine may help prevent eczema flares. The following tips may help reduce the drying effects of bathing: […] Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Creams, ointments, shea butter and lotions seal in moisture. […] Using petroleum jelly on your baby’s skin may help prevent development of atopic dermatitis. […] Take a daily bath or shower. Use warm, rather than hot, water and limit your bath or shower to about 10 minutes. […] Use a gentle, nonsoap cleanser. Choose a cleanser that’s free of dyes, alcohols and fragrance. […] Pat dry. After bathing, gently pat the skin with a soft towel. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still damp (within three minutes). […] The triggers for atopic dermatitis vary widely from person to person. Try to identify and avoid irritants that trigger your eczema. […] Once you understand what triggers your eczema, talk with your health care provider about how to manage your symptoms and prevent flares.
  • #61 Eczema on Legs: Treatment and Prevention
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/eczema-on-legs-6503592
    Stay hydrated; if you don’t currently drink enough water, take steps to drink more throughout the day. […] Some people also find that certain foods trigger a flare-up. Though food-induced flare-ups may differ from person to person. Common trigger foods include: […] Wheat […] Cows milk […] Eggs […] Soy […] […] […] What Can Trigger a Flare-Up? […] Some possible triggers of an eczema flare-up include: […] Letting the skin get dry […] Irritants such as household cleaning products or harsh soaps and body washes […] Emotional stress […] Exposure to allergens […] Hot or humid and cold or dry environments […] Sun exposure […] Sweating […] Hormonal changes
  • #62 Eczema primary prevention – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Eczema_primary_prevention
    Primary prevention is the most effective means to avoid complications of eczema. Emolients and consumption of prebiotics and probiotics can prevent the occurrence of this condition. […] Exclusive breastfeeding in a duration of three to four months has been proven to reduce the risk of acquiring eczema in children 2 years old. […] Avoidance of allergens is also a helpful method. […] Vitamin D supplementation can regulate the skin barrier. […] Giving hydrolyzed cow’s milk formula in partial or extensive forms to high-risk infants is better than just a cow’s milk formula to reduce risk of eczema. […] Patient and family education is important to consider emphasizing steps on how to prevent occurrence of the disease. […] An interdisciplinary program consisting of a dermatologist, allergologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, and nurse to improve quality of life. […] Avoid precipitating factors such as seasonal change, dust, furry pets, furry toys, sudden emotional change, and cigarette smoke.
  • #63
    https://www.healthxchange.sg/head-neck/skin-health/eczema-atopic-dermatitis-how-to-prevent
    Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a skin disease causing red, itchy and inflamed allergy rashes. […] Our consultant and head of the Dermatology Service from Sengkang General Hospital (SKH) offers prevention tips for eczema flare-ups. […] Dealing with eczema is quite troublesome and can be embarrassing for some people, so sometimes its best to try preventing it. Lets look at some ways how to do so. […] Triggering irritants and substances are an environmental factor that can cause eczema flares. […] Dr Phoon advised, „Try to avoid products that contain common allergens such as: Parabens (preservatives), Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS), Fragrances.” […] If its too troublesome to check for ingredients, you can simply buy special bath products that are made for people with dry and sensitive skin.
  • #64
    https://www.healthxchange.sg/head-neck/skin-health/eczema-atopic-dermatitis-how-to-prevent
    Try to use household, laundry and dishwashing detergent thats okay for sensitive skin. […] If you cannot find skin-friendly detergent, use rubber or plastic gloves that protect your skin from detergent exposure when doing housework or washing dishes. […] Sometimes, contact with even small amounts of metals like nickel (the most common) can trigger eczema flares in some people. […] Exercising outside in places with lots of trees (parks, nature reserves) increases exposure to allergens like pollen. […] If you have a seasonal allergy like rhinitis (more commonly known as sinus in Singapore), carry anti-allergy medicine (oral antihistamines such as zyrtec, loratadine, fexofenadine, bilastine), with you to relieve allergic reactions. […] Change clothes you’ve worn outside and wash them. Have a shower to wash pollen and other skin irritants from your body and hair.
  • #65 Eczema on Legs: Treatment and Prevention
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/eczema-on-legs-6503592
    Stay hydrated; if you don’t currently drink enough water, take steps to drink more throughout the day. […] Some people also find that certain foods trigger a flare-up. Though food-induced flare-ups may differ from person to person. Common trigger foods include: […] Wheat […] Cows milk […] Eggs […] Soy […] […] […] What Can Trigger a Flare-Up? […] Some possible triggers of an eczema flare-up include: […] Letting the skin get dry […] Irritants such as household cleaning products or harsh soaps and body washes […] Emotional stress […] Exposure to allergens […] Hot or humid and cold or dry environments […] Sun exposure […] Sweating […] Hormonal changes
  • #66 Dermatitis: Risk factors, Causes, Treatment and Prevention | MedPark Hospital
    https://www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/disease-and-treatment/dermatitis
    Keep your skin moisturized by using cream or lotion. According to studies, applying protective lotion on the skin of infants with a high risk of developing atopic dermatitis reduces the incidence of atopic dermatitis by 50%. […] Wear personal protective equipment or protective clothing if you work with chemicals or irritants daily. […] Avoid a hot bath or shower and soaps that can dry the skin. Take a room-temperature shower for a maximum of 5-10 minutes with hypoallergenic soap.
  • #67 5 Tips for Preventing an Eczema Flare-Up: Manhattan Dermatology: General, Surgical, & Cosmetic Dermatology
    https://www.dermatologistnewyork.org/blog/5-tips-for-preventing-an-eczema-flare-up
    Limit Your Contact with Certain Household Items […] If you can determine what triggers your flare-ups, do your best to avoid these items. […] If you cant figure out your triggers, certain household items are more likely to trigger an itchy eczema episode. […] Wear Gloves […] Wearing gloves in cold weather not only keep you warm but they also protect your hands against the cold air that can dry your skin and exacerbate your eczema. […] But you should also wear gloves, plastic ones when you do dishes and other work that exposes your hand to chemicals or irritants. […] Practice Good Bath and Shower Etiquette […] Long, hot showers can dry out your skin, making it more prone to flare-ups. […] Slather moisturizer on your skin immediately after a shower, while your skin is still damp, to help your skin best absorb the moisture and lock it on.
  • #68
    https://www.healthxchange.sg/head-neck/skin-health/eczema-atopic-dermatitis-how-to-prevent
    Try to use household, laundry and dishwashing detergent thats okay for sensitive skin. […] If you cannot find skin-friendly detergent, use rubber or plastic gloves that protect your skin from detergent exposure when doing housework or washing dishes. […] Sometimes, contact with even small amounts of metals like nickel (the most common) can trigger eczema flares in some people. […] Exercising outside in places with lots of trees (parks, nature reserves) increases exposure to allergens like pollen. […] If you have a seasonal allergy like rhinitis (more commonly known as sinus in Singapore), carry anti-allergy medicine (oral antihistamines such as zyrtec, loratadine, fexofenadine, bilastine), with you to relieve allergic reactions. […] Change clothes you’ve worn outside and wash them. Have a shower to wash pollen and other skin irritants from your body and hair.
  • #69 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) are recommended as an adjunct to the conventional therapy of AD. […] Formal, structured multidisciplinary educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) for children and adults have already been established in some countries. […] Such formal training programs have the strongest supportive evidence, but do require significant personnel and financial resources. […] Even if food allergies are present, effective treatment for AD is still centered on good skin care and topical therapies. […] Environmental modifications mainly stem from expert/consensus recommendations as there are few well-controlled studies. General recommendations are to avoid known mechanical and chemical irritants, such as wool, acids, bleaches, and solvents, and any clear triggers/exacerbants particular to the individual (e.g. excessive heat in some cases).
  • #70 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) are recommended as an adjunct to the conventional therapy of AD. […] Formal, structured multidisciplinary educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) for children and adults have already been established in some countries. […] Such formal training programs have the strongest supportive evidence, but do require significant personnel and financial resources. […] Even if food allergies are present, effective treatment for AD is still centered on good skin care and topical therapies. […] Environmental modifications mainly stem from expert/consensus recommendations as there are few well-controlled studies. General recommendations are to avoid known mechanical and chemical irritants, such as wool, acids, bleaches, and solvents, and any clear triggers/exacerbants particular to the individual (e.g. excessive heat in some cases).
  • #71 Guidelines of Care for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis Part 4: Prevention of Disease Flares and Use of Adjunctive Therapies and Approaches
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4430554/
    Educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) are recommended as an adjunct to the conventional therapy of AD. […] Formal, structured multidisciplinary educational programs (training programs, eczema schools) for children and adults have already been established in some countries. […] Such formal training programs have the strongest supportive evidence, but do require significant personnel and financial resources. […] Even if food allergies are present, effective treatment for AD is still centered on good skin care and topical therapies. […] Environmental modifications mainly stem from expert/consensus recommendations as there are few well-controlled studies. General recommendations are to avoid known mechanical and chemical irritants, such as wool, acids, bleaches, and solvents, and any clear triggers/exacerbants particular to the individual (e.g. excessive heat in some cases).
  • #72 Atopic Dermatitis Treatment — DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/treatment-of-atopic-dermatitis
    Education: Understanding the disorder and being fully informed by healthcare providers is important. Effective education facilitates effective treatment. […] Skin irritants: Where possible, avoid triggers that can directly inflame the skin. These may include fabrics, chemicals, humidity, and dryness. […] Food: The relationship between atopic dermatitis and food is complex. Food allergies may exacerbate atopic dermatitis, but avoidance diets do not cure the problem. Avoidance may exacerbate atopic dermatitis. […] Psychological support: The psychological effects of atopic dermatitis are considerable, for both the sufferer and the carer. Counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy can be beneficial. […] Emollients and moisturisers are an essential aspect of care for all types of dermatitis. They need to be continued long-term in atopic dermatitis even if the skin looks and feels comfortable. They should be applied regularly (2-3 times/day is recommended) and liberally.
  • #73 Eczema primary prevention – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Eczema_primary_prevention
    Primary prevention is the most effective means to avoid complications of eczema. Emolients and consumption of prebiotics and probiotics can prevent the occurrence of this condition. […] Exclusive breastfeeding in a duration of three to four months has been proven to reduce the risk of acquiring eczema in children 2 years old. […] Avoidance of allergens is also a helpful method. […] Vitamin D supplementation can regulate the skin barrier. […] Giving hydrolyzed cow’s milk formula in partial or extensive forms to high-risk infants is better than just a cow’s milk formula to reduce risk of eczema. […] Patient and family education is important to consider emphasizing steps on how to prevent occurrence of the disease. […] An interdisciplinary program consisting of a dermatologist, allergologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, and nurse to improve quality of life. […] Avoid precipitating factors such as seasonal change, dust, furry pets, furry toys, sudden emotional change, and cigarette smoke.
  • #74 Eczema primary prevention – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Eczema_primary_prevention
    Primary prevention is the most effective means to avoid complications of eczema. Emolients and consumption of prebiotics and probiotics can prevent the occurrence of this condition. […] Exclusive breastfeeding in a duration of three to four months has been proven to reduce the risk of acquiring eczema in children 2 years old. […] Avoidance of allergens is also a helpful method. […] Vitamin D supplementation can regulate the skin barrier. […] Giving hydrolyzed cow’s milk formula in partial or extensive forms to high-risk infants is better than just a cow’s milk formula to reduce risk of eczema. […] Patient and family education is important to consider emphasizing steps on how to prevent occurrence of the disease. […] An interdisciplinary program consisting of a dermatologist, allergologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, and nurse to improve quality of life. […] Avoid precipitating factors such as seasonal change, dust, furry pets, furry toys, sudden emotional change, and cigarette smoke.
  • #75 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    A high-quality individual patient data (IPD) meta-analysis would better identify who benefits most from probiotics, when and why. […] The last few decades of research into the prevention of AD have thrown up very few signals of simple, safe interventions that are likely to be effective at a population level. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics.
  • #76 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    A high-quality individual patient data (IPD) meta-analysis would better identify who benefits most from probiotics, when and why. […] The last few decades of research into the prevention of AD have thrown up very few signals of simple, safe interventions that are likely to be effective at a population level. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics.
  • #77 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (nondigestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] A systematic review in 2019 of 22 pooled trials published between January 2008 and May 2018 showed a reduction in AD incidence for those receiving probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and/or infancy. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics. […] Probiotic use has consistently shown modest benefit and good safety when tested in different populations around the world, prompting the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel to determine that there is a likely net benefit from using probiotics resulting primarily from prevention of eczema. […] New evidence is likely to emerge on barrier enhancement as a strategy for AD prevention over the next 5 years.
  • #78 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    Two large prevention RCTs have been set up to test the hypothesis that emollients from birth can prevent AD. […] The first of these studies (Barrier Enhancement for Eczema Prevention (BEEP) trial) is investigating daily emollient for the first year of life in babies born to atopic families. […] The second, the Preventing Atopic Dermatitis and Allergies in children study (PreventADALL), is a factorial trial comparing skin care and consecutive introduction of allergenic foods. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] Although the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel has determined that there is a net benefit of probiotics for AD prevention, concerns regarding the heterogeneity of studies remains.
  • #79 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis | HTML | Acta Dermato-Venereologica
    https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content/html/10.2340/00015555-3516
    A high-quality individual patient data (IPD) meta-analysis would better identify who benefits most from probiotics, when and why. […] The last few decades of research into the prevention of AD have thrown up very few signals of simple, safe interventions that are likely to be effective at a population level. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics.
  • #80 Study Highlights Advances in Understanding Risk, Prevention Measures for Atopic Dermatitis
    https://www.hcplive.com/view/study-highlights-advances-understanding-risk-prevention-measures-for-atopic-dermatitis
    Further understanding these environmental and exposome influences is crucial, they wrote. Research is still needed to elucidate specific mechanisms underlying these associations, especially the host-microbe-environment interactions, and to guide effective management approaches for this prevalent and burdensome skin disorder.
  • #81 Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9189742/
    The evidence that ingested probiotics (non-pathogenic live bacteria or yeasts that can restore a dysfunctional pro-inflammatory gut microbiome) or prebiotics (nondigestible food ingredients that encourage beneficial bacteria to thrive) or both (synbiotics) can prevent AD is gathering momentum. […] A systematic review in 2019 of 22 pooled trials published between January 2008 and May 2018 showed a reduction in AD incidence for those receiving probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and/or infancy. […] The evidence of prebiotics alone was weak due to high risk of bias, inconsistency, imprecision, and indirectness of study results. […] The main exception to the lack of positive findings for AD prevention has been the use of probiotics. […] Probiotic use has consistently shown modest benefit and good safety when tested in different populations around the world, prompting the World Allergy Organisation guideline panel to determine that there is a likely net benefit from using probiotics resulting primarily from prevention of eczema. […] New evidence is likely to emerge on barrier enhancement as a strategy for AD prevention over the next 5 years.
  • #82 Is it Possible to Prevent Atopic Dermatitis? | National Eczema Association
    https://nationaleczema.org/blog/preventing-eczema-in-infants/
    While there is little that most people can control related to where they live and work, research is examining the possibility of examining things that can be controlled within the home. […] Good bacteria that reside on and in the human body are absolutely crucial for development of health. […] Supplementation through probiotics with the bacteria Lactobacillus rhamnosus during pregnancy and after birth until 2 years of age and in children 67 years old was shown in a meta-analysis to statistically significantly reduce AD. […] The most important aspect of current and future prevention research is to continue efforts to understand the biological and multifactorial complexity underlying development of AD.