Medical dermatology
Eczema and dermatitis assessment.
Eczema and dermatitis can have several causes and may look different across ages and skin types. Identifying likely triggers and understanding the pattern of inflammation help guide care.
Specialist consultation
Assessment guides the next step.
A consultation includes a review of symptoms, exposures, previous treatments and examination of the affected skin. Testing may be recommended when it is relevant.
Your dermatologist will explain the likely diagnosis, treatment options and a practical plan for managing flares and maintaining the skin barrier.
A quieter setting for careful assessment, clear advice and a practical treatment plan.
What to know
The pattern helps identify the cause.
Eczema may be atopic, irritant, allergic or related to another underlying problem. It can be dry, itchy, inflamed, cracked or weeping, and infection can complicate a flare.
- Where and when it began
- Work, hobbies and product exposure
- What improves or worsens it
- Treatments already tried
Common questions
Answers to common questions.
Will I need allergy testing?
Not everyone does. Patch testing or another investigation is considered when the history and distribution suggest it may help identify a cause.
Can eczema be cured?
Some forms settle when a trigger is removed, while others are long-term conditions that can be controlled with skin care, treatment and a flare plan.
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Appointments and enquiries
Speak with reception about the next step.
Reception will help arrange the appropriate clinic, appointment type and time.