Question

A 22-year-old with eczema has frequent flare-ups of itchy, red, cracked skin on the hands. According to NICE, which is an appropriate first-line management measure?

Accepted Answer

Use of an emollient and mild potency topical steroid for flare-ups

Answer

Systemic corticosteroids for all flares

Answer

Topical calcineurin inhibitors (e.g., tacrolimus) as first-line

Answer

High-potency topical steroid as maintenance therapy daily

Answer

Oral antibiotics continuously

Practice question

A 22-year-old with eczema has frequent flare-ups of itchy, red, cracked skin on the hands. According to NICE, which is an appropriate first-line management measure?