Question

A 4-year-old with atopic eczema has frequent flare-ups affecting sleep. According to NICE guidelines which is the recommended first-line treatment for mild atopic eczema flare?

Accepted Answer

Mild or moderate topical corticosteroid and emollients

Answer

Potent topical steroid daily

Answer

Oral corticosteroids

Answer

Systemic immunosuppressants

Answer

Topical calcineurin inhibitors for all areas

Practice question

A 4-year-old with atopic eczema has frequent flare-ups affecting sleep. According to NICE guidelines which is the recommended first-line treatment for mild atopic eczema flare?