Question

A 23-year-old atopic patient presents with acute weeping eczema on the hands. According to NICE guidelines, what is the recommended initial management?

Accepted Answer

Topical steroid with or without topical antibiotic if signs of infection, and emollient therapy

Answer

Oral antibiotics only

Answer

High-potency topical steroid under occlusion

Answer

Regular ultraviolet light therapy

Answer

Systemic corticosteroids for all flares

Practice question

A 23-year-old atopic patient presents with acute weeping eczema on the hands. According to NICE guidelines, what is the recommended initial management?