Eczema

Eczema is a broad term for a number of issues that cause skin to swell, become red, dry, and intensely itch. It can occur on the face, arms, legs, and feet and can be exacerbated by scratching. Eczema is generally broken into two categories: chronic and acute. Chronic eczema symptoms occur over a long period of time while acute eczema happens suddenly and can spread quickly. 

There are a number of causes of eczema, and while there is no cure for the condition, treatment is most effective when the cause of the eczema is accurately determined. Allergic contact dermatitis, which results from an encounter with an irritant like a new detergent, will be treated differently than atopic dermatitis, which usually affects babies and young children. The team at Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic has the training and experience you need to help you accurately determine the cause of, and treatment for, your eczema.

Eczema Treatment

We offer the area’s best eczema treatment. First and foremost, our team can help you determine the cause of your skin inflammation in a number of ways. No blood test is needed to confirm eczema, but an allergy test may be performed in order to verify that the condition is not allergy related. Our dermatologists are eczema specialists and can use the results of these tests, along with the visual presentation of the symptoms, in order to make a definitive diagnosis. Whether you are dealing with a mild case of eczema on your hands or more severe eczema on your face, the team at Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic can help. We can provide a number of different treatment solutions, including prescription eczema cream, in order to help you effectively manage your condition.