78: The rash that itches: Eczema management with a Pediatric Dermatologist

On today's episode I welcome Dr. Shivani Patel, Board Certified Pediatric Dermatologist. We discuss the following:  

• When eczema can happen and how it differs in infancy vs childhood
• Why does it happen?
• When should a child see a dermatologist versus an allergist 
• Eczema and food allergies explained 
• Favorite skincare regimens for eczema 
• Medicines versus steroids
• What to do about itching 

Find and follow Dr. Shivani Patel on Instagram, @pedsdermdoc. 

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