Eczema - nummular; Nummular dermatitis
Treatment
Avoid triggers that can make your symptoms worse, such as wool, lanolin, and certain foods. Experts do not recommend taking frequent baths - excess bathing and soaps can cause
Your doctor may recommend skin lotions, soaps, or moist bandages to soothe scaly, dry, or healing areas.
Persons with severe symptoms may be given prescription skin ointments that contain tar, corticosteroids, or immunosuppressive drugs. In rare, severe cases, the doctor may prescribe more powerful corticosteroids to be taken by mouth or injection.
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Expectations (prognosis)
Nummular eczema is a long-term (chronic) condition. Medical treatment and avoiding irritants can help reduce symptoms.
Complications
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Calling your health care provider
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition.
Also call for an appointment with your health care provider if:
- Symptoms continue despite treatment
- You have signs of infection (such as
fever , redness, or pain)
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