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- Relief starts with understanding the problem.
- Understanding eczema can optimize how you treat it.
- Treatment only works if you use it.
- The treatment you use should be the one you can stick with for the long-term.
Facts on eczema
- Since 1970 the incidence of eczema has nearly tripled.
- 10 to 25% of Canadian children suffer from eczema.
- While 40% will outgrow the disease, other live with it throughout their entire lives.
Tips to manage your eczema
1. Daily Skin Care
- Avoid irritants that might trigger your eczema (such as soaps, perfume and dust mites)
- Keep your skin moist by using creams, lotions and ointments
2. Treatment
- Various treatments exist to help you cope with this condition. Talk to your doctor to find out which medication is right for you and to find out about new developments in eczema treatment.

